Yucca is usually thought of as a desert or semi-desert plant, confined to dry areas of the South and the southwestern desert, but several yuccas are surprisingly hardy in the cool, moist regions of the North.
Yuccas are very handsome plants. Nearly all of the 40-odd species have stiff, sword like silver green leaves, growing in a clump at ground level. From this clump arises a single leafless stalk bearing a magnificent spike of highly fragrant, waxy flowers.
Yuccas blend handsomely in borders, contrast beautifully with shapes of both evergreen and deciduous shrubs, and can be planted to stand a majestic sentinels on either side of an entrance gate or door. They also serve well lining a driveway, fence or terrace wall, or as a dramatic living sculpture against low craggy rocks. Finally, yuccas can be grown in clay pots, decretive containers and moved around for special effects.
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