Though this is not one of my prized Bromeliads, I am quite fond of many Yucca varieties (as well as Agave, Aloe & Cacti). Since my Yucca Thompsoniana (Thompson’a Yucca) is so stunning right now with her elaborate blooms, I thought I would share some pics here.
Yucca Thompsoniana in bloom
Y. Thompsoniana blooming
This Yucca is one of my favorites as the leaves are more flowing and less rigid than that of Joshua Tree’s or Y. rostrata. It is an attractive desert gray/green color. Y. Thompsoniana looks a lot like Y. rostrata but it grows further North, mostly in Western Texas and usually on limestone hills and high elevations between 900-1800m. I bought this plant 10 years ago from Moller’s Garden Center in Palm Desert, CA. I had it in the ground at my last house in Palm Springs for many years. When I sold that house and bought our new house in Desert Hot Springs, I couldn’t bear to leave it behind—mostly because it cost nearly $600.00!!! I have read from many sources that Yuccas DO NOT like to be transplanted. Most actually fair better grown from rosette clippings with a fair amount of trunk material to stick in some soil after the cut wound has healed over. This one seemed to handle the move alright, initially–It is currently potted in a large wooden barrel planter. But, I think after this bloom cycle, the main plant will die as there are no signs of new rosettes forming at the top of the trunk. Luckily, there are 3 nice runners that have sprouted at the base of the mother plant!
So, enjoy the pics and join me in bidding this fine Lady farewell! 😦
My Yucca Thompsoniana’s “Last Hurrah”…
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