Schott's Yucca (Yucca Schottii) is a perennial shrub in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Yucca schottii is a large, tree-forming yucca species native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its tall stature and stiff, blue-green leaves.

Schott's Yucca

Schott's Yucca

Yucca Schottii

Yucca schottii is a large, tree-forming yucca species native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its tall stature and stiff, blue-green leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Schott's Yucca

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asparagaceae
Genus:Yucca