Soft Leaf Yucca (Yucca pendula / Yucca recurvifolia)

A graceful evergreen yucca with soft, arching blue-green leaves and tall, showy white flower spikes in summer. Its flexible foliage adds movement, texture, and an architectural presence to desert-inspired or tropical-style landscapes. Highly drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for New Mexico gardens.

Highlights:
• Soft, arching blue-green leaves for a lush appearance
• Tall white flower spikes provide dramatic seasonal interest
• Adds movement, texture, and structure to landscapes
• Heat- and drought-tolerant for desert climates
• Excellent for modern, native, and tropical-inspired designs

Bloom: Summer
Flower: White
Height: 6' – 8'
Spread: 4' – 6'
Exposure: Full Sun
Water: Low; prefers well-drained soil
Hardiness: Zones 6 – 10
Learn More: https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=YUPE
USDA Zone: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/