How to tend a Yucca elephantipes

Also known as: Sarcoyucca elephantipes Linding., Yucca mazelii W.Watson, Yucca mooreana Baker, Yucca guatemalensis Baker, Yucca lenneana Baker, Yucca elephantipes hort. ex Regel, Yucca roezlii Baker, Yucca ghiesbreghtii Baker, Yucca eleana W.Watson, Dracaena lennei Baker, Dracaena yuccoides Baker, Yucca elephantipes var. ghiesbreghtii Molon, Yucca elephantipes var. gigantea (Lem.) Molon

Watering

Resistant to drought, water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Put in places with bright scattered light

Soil

Slightly acidic soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
North America temperate areas
Category
Agavaceae, Yucca
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Foliage plants, viewing period year around
Flower colors
Leaf color green
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