Yucca desmetiana ‘Blue Boy’

Spineless and super tough, grows in a Loch Ness Monster shape. Cold-tolerant, heat-tolerant, does fine in fog, too. Sun and cold makes it purple.
Yucca desmetiana 'Blue Boy'
synonyms Yucca aloifolia 'Purpurea'
height 4–6ft
width 3–5ft
tolerates Cool Summers, Drought, Deer , Fog, Heat, Pots, Salt, Wind
water
needs		 Low
water
info		 Yuccas are exceptionally drought tolerant, not needing additional water once established in coastal California. They will however, grow faster, look more lush and bloom more if given water once they dry out.
hardy
to		 20F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose, Low Needs
origin Hybrid
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 8, 9, 11–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Yuccas grow from their crown. Gradually the oldest leaves will shrivel and either create a beard or shed cleanly. Don’t worry if the older leaves are browning, as this is the natural growth pattern of your yucca.