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Spanish Bayonet

Yucca Aloifolia

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Overview

Yucca aloifolia, or Spanish Bayonet, is a striking evergreen accent plant, reaching heights of 10-15 feet with a spread of 3-8 feet. Its sharp, stiff leaves of deep green form a dense rosette, with mature plants showcasing dramatic white flower spikes up to 2 feet long. Ideal for xeriscaping, this drought-tolerant species thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, zones 8-11. Adds architectural interest and requires minimal maintenance.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, Very LowZones 7–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) — is a striking evergreen accent plant; with mature plants showcasing dramatic white flower spikes up to 2 feet long

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Agavaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Photos (126)

Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) — and are edged with curling; commonly referred to as Spanish Bayonet, image 121
Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) — it produces an impressive display of white or cream flowers that stand above the foliage in long, image 122
Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) — though it can tolerate some light shade; is a striking evergreen accent plant, image 124
Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) — erect spikes up to 2 feet in length; and with its high salt tolerance, image 123
Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) — It is highly drought-tolerant once established; presents a striking accent for any landscape design, image 125
Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) — requiring minimal irrigation; erect spikes up to 2 feet in length, image 126

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