Yucca (Hesperoyucca) whipplei
Yucca (Hesperoyucca) whipplei or our Lord's candle, has rosette-form spear-like blue foliage and white flowers on tall stems.
This monocarpic Yucca, commonly called our Lord’s candle or chaparral yucca, is native to California growing from sea level to high elevations in the mountains. From the sharp silvery leaves the spectacular inflorescence can rise from 1.2 – 5 metres tall and is adorned with creamy white flowers. I have seen this species at high elevations in the San Jacinto Mountains where the dramatic flower spikes erupt off the slopes in late spring. Provide sharp drainage and protection from winter rains. Use in beds and borders, gravel, rock and Mediterranean garden styles. Attracts hummingbirds. Deer and rabbit resistant.
Common Name: Our Lord’s Candle
Family: Asparagaceae (The Asparagus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 8-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Bloom Time: Spring - Summer
Foliage Colour: Bluish
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Dry, Drought Tolerant
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Chaparral, coastal sage scrub and oak woodland areas from 0 to 2,500 metres in altitude.,
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Geographical Origin: North America
