Expert: Greg Simpson - 4/25/2004

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I have planted a Yucca 'Bright Edges' in a simulated desert setting w/ good drainage - here in Sunset 15, Mediterranean climate, no rain May to November.  How often should I water it?  
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Dear Luke,

If it is anything like other Yuccas, it won't need much water unless you've just planted it, and then maybe only once a month. Here is a website I found that might help. http://www.floridata.com/ref/y/yucc_fil.cfm

Thank you and good luck!

Sincerely,

Greg

Thanks.  I had seen that site but didn't know how to interpret "average to dry soil - drought tolerant".  So once a month will do it?
Thx, luke

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Dear Luke,

Once the Yucca has been planted in the ground for year, you will not need to water it but maybe once or twice during the summer. What I mean by watering it is by letting a hose run very slowly at the base of the plant for a few (up to 5 hours) hours.

"Drought tolerant" means that the plant will need some water, "drought resistant" means that a plant requires no extra watering. Since you've just planted yours though, once a month should do. Hope this helps, thanks!

Sincerely,

Greg