Hesperaloe parviflora

Red Yucca

OVERVIEW:

Native to the Chihuahuan Desert, Hesperaloe parviflora is an evergreen perennial succulent that forms arching, sword-like (spineless) blueish-green leaves. Fibrous whiskers run throughout the plant, enveloping it in attractive coils. Highly drought-tolerant, this variety can withstand cold areas in Zone 6 and the scorching heat of the Sonoran Desert. Its tips turn a deep burgundy in the cooler months, transitioning back once warmer temperatures return. Characterized by its prolific stalks filled with bright, red tubular flowers and large seed pods, the plant is a favorite of hummingbirds and bees alike.

CLASSIFICATION:

Scientific Name: Hesperaloe parviflora

Common Name: Red Yucca

Family: Asparagaceae

Suggested Uses: mass planting, xeriscape landscape, medians, and parkways

CHARACTERISTICS:

Height: 3 -5ft

Width: 4-6ft

Flower: tubular red flowers on an elongated stalk

Monocarpic: no

Fruit: n/a

ENVIRONMENT:

USDA Zone: 6-11

Hardiness: 10F

Sun: Full sun

Water: low usage once established

Soil: Sandy, rocky well-draining soils