Red Yucca

Hesperaloe Parviflora

Growth Potential

Foliage reaches 2-3 feet tall and wide. Flower stalks can shoot up to 5 feet.

A Tough Plant for Sunny Landscapes

The Red Yucca is a tough, drought-tolerant succulent that adds long- lasting color to sunny landscapes. Its arching, grass-like foliage is topped by tall spikes of coral-red flowers that are a magnet for hummingbirds. It’s an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, or as an accent plant.

Red Yucca Hesperaloe parviflora flowering plant

Best Area to Plant

The "Reflection" Zone:

Because it is incredibly heat-hardy, this is the best plant for curb strips (hell strips) between the sidewalk and the street, or in narrow beds against a brick wall that radiates heat.

Poolside Accents:

Unlike many desert plants, Red Yucca has no thorns or “teeth.” The foliage is smooth and flexible, making it safe to plant right next to high-traffic areas, pool decks, or walkways where people might brush against it.

Modern & Minimalist Beds:

Its clean, architectural lines make it perfect for modern landscape designs. It looks best when surrounded by decomposed granite or river rock rather than traditional wood mulch.

Care Instructions

  • Light:

    Thrives in full sun.

  • Water:

    Very low water needs once established.

  • Soil:

    Good drainage is essential.

  • Pruning:

    Virtually maintenance-free. Simply cut the spent flower stalks back to the base once they have finished blooming to keep the plant looking tidy.