Our Lord's Candle, Spanish Bayonet, Chaparral Yucca, Foothill Yucca, Quixote Yucca, Hesperoyucca whipplei, Yucca peninsularis
Yucca whipplei (Our Lord’s Candle) is an evergreen shrub forming a dense, trunkless rosette of narrow, linear, gray-blue leaves, up to 3 ft. long (90 cm). The leaves display sharply toothed edges and needlelike tips. In summer, mature plants (over 5 years) are topped with a striking flowering stalk, up to 6-14 ft. long (180-420 cm), that rises well above the foliage, and bears hundreds of scented, drooping, creamy-white flowers, often tinged with purple. They are held in a massive cluster, about 3 ft. long (90 cm), and are followed by dry winged capsules, which split open at maturity to release their seeds. The rosette dies after flowering, but is usually replaced by one or more offsets. This species is highly tolerant of drought, heat and frost. It withstands temperatures as low as 10°F (-12°C). Yucca whipplei is incredibly spectacular when in bloom and makes an outstanding accent plant. The scented flowers and low maintenance make it a great choice for dry and water-wise landscapes.
Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
7 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Asparagaceae |
Genus | Yucca |
Common names | Spanish Bayonet, Yucca |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 3' - 14' (90cm - 4.3m) |
Spread | 5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | United States, California, Southwest, Arizona |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden, City and Courtyard |
Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
7 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Asparagaceae |
Genus | Yucca |
Common names | Spanish Bayonet, Yucca |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 3' - 14' (90cm - 4.3m) |
Spread | 5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | United States, California, Southwest, Arizona |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden, City and Courtyard |
How many Yucca whipplei (Our Lord’s Candle) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Yucca whipplei (Our Lord’s Candle) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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