Hesperaloe parviflora

Red Yucca

Tips for Homeowners:

Irrigate during establishment. Once plant is well-established there will no need for supplemental water.

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Extremely drought tolerant, this perennial displays tall spikes of flowers all season long.

  • Native succulent perennial
  • Tall spikes of reddish flower spikes
  • Blooms early and reblooms all season

Ideal for adding a touch of the southwest to perennial or rock gardens. Better suited for the southern half of Kansas.

Height: 3-6 ft
Spread: 3-4 ft
Zone: 5-11
Color: Red

Interesting Notes about Red Yucca:

While not a true shrub, it can perform the same function in the landscape. Thrives in hot, dry locations. 


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Drought Tolerant
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Rock Garden
  • Winter Interest
  • Summer Bloomer
  • Evergreen
  • Spring Bloomer
  • Low Maintenance

Foliage Color:

  • Gray
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Humming-birds

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright
  • Mounding

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring
  • Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Winter

Soil Moisture:

  • Dry Soil
  • Average Water