Overview
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' is a perennial in the genus Yucca, part of the Q157167 family. Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and xeriscaping. It is native to south-central and southeastern North America.
About
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' is a perennial, evergreen yucca traded as Needle Palm 'Ivory'. It suits well-drained sandy or loamy soils and tolerates dry to medium moisture. Position it in full sun or partial shade; its UK hardiness is H5 (hardy). It flowers from June to August.
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About the genus
Yucca is both the scientific name and common name for a genus native to North America from Panama to southern Canada. It contains 50 accepted species. In addition to yucca, they are also known as Adam's needle or Spanish-bayonet.
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In the garden
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' is an evergreen perennial in the genus Yucca, originating from south-central and southeastern North America. It is cultivated for sites that favour plants adapted to drier, free-draining soil types and will produce its seasonal flowers between June and August. Give Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' full sun or a little afternoon shade on hotter sites. Plant in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; the plant tolerates a wide soil pH range (acidic to alkaline) and copes with dry to medium soil moisture. Its UK hardiness is H5 (hardy), which means it is suited to most outdoor UK situations when placed in appropriate, free-draining ground. Use this yucca at the front of borders, in rock gardens or as part of a xeriscape where water use is reduced. Take care when handling: the foliage can be a skin allergen, so wear gloves and eye protection, and keep it away from curious pets since parts are harmful if eaten; for further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants. Expect flowering between June and August.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Yucca
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, sandy, loamy
- Soil pH
- acidic, neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- dry to medium
- Exposure
- full sun, partial shade
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial, evergreen
- Suggested uses
- borders, rock gardens, xeriscaping
- Native to
- south-central and southeastern North America
- Toxicity
- Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets (dogs, cats): Harmful if eaten - for further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Yucca flaccida 'Ivory'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning
- Remove dead or damaged leaves as needed.
- Propagation
- Offsets, seed
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Yucca flaccida 'Ivory'?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Yucca flaccida 'Ivory'?
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits full sun and partial shade positions.
What soil does Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' need?
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including well-drained, sandy and loamy. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Yucca flaccida 'Ivory'?
Remove dead or damaged leaves as needed.
Is Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' hardy in the UK?
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Yucca flaccida 'Ivory'?
Offsets, seed.
Is Yucca flaccida 'Ivory' toxic?
Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets (dogs, cats): Harmful if eaten - for further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants.
More in the Yucca genus
- Yucca carnerosanagiant Spanish dagger
- Yucca elatasoap tree
- Yucca filamentosaneedle palm
- Yucca filamentosa 'Elegantissima'Adam's Needle
- Yucca filamentosa 'Excalibur'
- Yucca filamentosa 'Rosenglocke'Adam's Needle
- Yucca filamentosa 'Schneefichte'Adam's needle 'Schneefichte'
- Yucca filamentosa 'Variegata'Variegated Adam's Needle