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Yucca elephantipes 'Jewel' 50cm
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This Yucca is native to Central America and southern Mexico, and is also very popular there, as it is a very easy yucca in terms of maintenance.
It is a fairly fast growing Yucca that you do not see much in Europe, and is therefore also fairly rare in the Netherlands.
It can reach a height of up to 9 meters. Fortunately, in the house it does not get much higher than 2 to 3 meters.
This beautiful Yucca is evergreen and together with its beautiful flowers (60-90 cm in size) will create an exotic atmosphere in your garden.
It does need to be protected during the winter months. Especially in a tub, you need to keep an eye on the pot so that it does not freeze.
It likes dryness and is therefore also suitable for people who sometimes forget to water it.
This Yucca is native to Central America and southern Mexico, and is also very popular there, as it is a very easy yucca in terms of maintenance.
It is a fairly fast growing Yucca that you do not see much in Europe, and is therefore also fairly rare in the Netherlands.
It can reach a height of up to 9 meters. Fortunately, in the house it does not get much higher than 2 to 3 meters.
This beautiful Yucca is evergreen and together with its beautiful flowers (60-90 cm in size) will create an exotic atmosphere in your garden.
It does need to be protected during the winter months. Especially in a tub, you need to keep an eye on the pot so that it does not freeze.
It likes dryness and is therefore also suitable for people who sometimes forget to water it.
| Minimum temperature | Hardy to -6°c |
| Position | Light shade / sun |
| Watering | Water regularly |
| Originates from | Mexico - North America |
| Type of soil | Mediterranean nutrient soil |
| Full soil | Yes with good protection ! |
| Tub plant | Yes |
| Flowering period | N/A |
| Growth rate | Normal |
Most often the plant is around the minimum size. The height of the plant is always incl. pot height. Its actual height depends on the various sources of supply and how long the plant has been staying and growing in our stock environment.
A plant with a nice pot enhances the atmosphere much more and becomes more beautiful than without one. Of course the pot should match the plant and location. The recommended diameter of a pot for this Yucca elephantipes 'Jewel' is 29 - 42 cm. This is not only an eye-pleasing proportion, but also makes caring for the plant more easy.
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Plants Encyclopedia
All interesting and necessary information about the Yucca elephantipes 'Jewel' is found in our encyclopedia
Placement
This plant should be placed in a place with lots of sunshine. The more sun, the faster the growth, but also the more moisture it needs.
Nutrition
Nutrition is very important for plants. We recommend providing this plant with a good nutrient medium by using high quality Mediterranean soil. We also recommend additional nutrients. Mediterranean food tablets, which you simply press into the soil next to the plant. This ensures the supply of all necessary nutrients. The plant will then also retain its dark green leaf color.
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Frequently asked questions, FAQ
How fast does the Yucca elephantipes grow?
The Yucca elephantipes is a slow grower. Therefore, even the smaller sizes are already quite expensive. If you are looking for a plant that does not grow too big, then the Yucca elephantipes is a good choice.
.How do I plant a Yucca elephantipes?
Planting a Yucca is not much different than planting any other plant. Try to keep the root ball as damage-free as possible. Make sure the root ball is surrounded with a good nutrient medium. We recommend Florentus Mediterranean Nutrient Soil for this purpose. Make a hole in the soil or potting soil deep enough for the root ball. Around the root ball, press the soil well and backfill until there is no more trench around the root ball.
How do I grow an elephantipes from seed?
A Yucca is best sown in a heated environment. This increases the chances of success. Fill a container with sowing soil, cactus soil is also possible, and place the seeds on the soil. Over this you can throw some grid or sand, until the seeds are just covered. Watering should be done with extreme care, because possibly the seeds will wash away. It is best to spray them until slightly moist. Put them away warm between 20-25C. Germination can take months!
How often and how much water should a Yucca have?
A Yucca basically does not need to have water often, as it is a slow grower and simply consumes very little. Check the soil every few days that it is not too dry, and make sure it is wetted until it is medium moist to the touch. In the summer months it can be soaking wet, but not necessary.
.How to trim the Yucca elephantipes
.The Yucca has very long thin leaves, and they can become barren. This is normal. You can simply cut the barren leaves down to the green part. If you do this crookedly, the leaves will appear less cut. The Yucca has no problem with this.
How do I care for a Yucca elephantipes?
A Yucca is an easy plant. However, it does like some Mediterranean supplemental food (Palm Focus for example) Watering is explained above. Make sure the Yucca gets enough light and do not move it too often, because each move requires the Yucca to get used to the new spot. Yuccas like lots of light, so place it in a sunny spot. In winter it may need protection, in extreme temperatures. If so, put fleece around the leaf crown and wrap the pot with bubble wrap.
Our plant sizes are determined by measuring the smallest plants up until the largest in a field with hundreds of plants. Because a plant is a natural product, it's possible a plant is a little smaller than the mentioned minimum size.
This deviation is 10cm maximum. In our guidelines we keep a margin of max. 10cm regarding the minimum size.
Note: when you order a plant that doesn't stay green in the winter, it's probably (when ordered during the winter months or the beginning spring season) smaller than the minimum size. This is not a problem in any case, because the plant will grow new branches or leaves and the minimum height will be reached within a short period. Your order will have the right size within a short time.
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