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Yucca rostrata – Beaked Yucca
Yucca rostrata, also known as the Beaked Yucca, is a stunning evergreen architectural plant that makes a bold statement in any garden. With its perfectly rounded crown of slender blue-green leaves and tall, sturdy trunk, it brings structure, texture, and year-round interest. Native to the arid regions of northern Mexico and western Texas, this yucca is surprisingly hardy, tolerating temperatures down to –15 °C, making it an excellent choice for Irish gardens, including coastal and wind-exposed areas.
Key Features
- Height and Spread: 2.5–4 m at maturity, very slow-growing
- Evergreen, rosette-forming with narrow, spine-tipped leaves
- Produces tall summer flower spikes with clusters of creamy-white, bell-shaped blooms
- Hardy – suitable for most of Ireland’s climate zones
- Drought-tolerant once established, perfect for low-maintenance gardening
Ideal Uses in Irish Gardens
- Statement plant in modern and minimalist landscapes
- Perfect focal point for gravel gardens, rockeries, and Mediterranean-style borders
- Excellent in coastal gardens due to salt and wind tolerance
- Pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses and other drought-tolerant plants
Planting and Care
- Position: Full sun in a sheltered spot for best colour and shape
- Soil: Free-draining sandy or gritty soil; avoid waterlogging
- Watering: Minimal – allow soil to fully dry before watering
- Winter Care: In wetter regions, plant on a slope or raised bed to improve drainage
- Remove only damaged or dead lower leaves to maintain its natural skirt and protect the trunk
Why Choose Yucca rostrata?
This plant offers the perfect combination of hardiness, low maintenance, and dramatic design impact. Whether you’re creating a contemporary garden, adding structure to a coastal plot, or seeking a water-wise planting solution, Yucca rostrata will thrive in Ireland’s conditions while turning heads year-round.
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