Yucca Elata

Cold hardy desert plants etc.

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Post by Wes North Van » Sun Mar 26, 2006 11:02 pm

Yucca Elata

What is the likely hood of long term success here in the PNW. I know it is very cold hardy but I am worried about our wet winters. Do I need to provide overhead protection?
I see it also trunks but if it flowers will it not form a trunk?
Any info would be very helpful. I am planning on planting it next weekend.


Wes North Vancouver Zone 8b/9a
Keats Island BC Zone 8a
Palm Springs CA Zone 9b/10a

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Post by Jay-Admin » Mon Mar 27, 2006 12:37 am

Hi Wes,

It shoudn't be a problem growing it where you are. I was told there's one in Richmond that has been there for years. They still grow a trunk when they flower. You can see the flower stems on these elatas in the picture. Where did you pick yours up at?

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Post by Wes North Van » Mon Mar 27, 2006 7:56 am

Jay,
Thanks for the info. I got mine as a 5 gallon at Maple Leaf Nurseries in Lynn Valley, North Van. They have lots and are $39.99 each. I will post a pic tonight.

Thanks again.
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Post by Jay-Admin » Mon Mar 27, 2006 9:16 am

Wow! A five gallon size for $40. Would love to see a pic. Do you know if Maple leaf has a website and if they ship plants? I would love to buy one. :D

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Post by Jay-Admin » Mon Mar 27, 2006 11:32 am

I found their number online and phoned them but they don't ship plants. :(

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Post by Jay-Admin » Mon Mar 27, 2006 12:08 pm

Whooo! hooo! :toothy7: I just ordered one. I forgot i could just ship it through my work. :D

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