{"product_id":"yucca-blue-boy","title":"Yucca ‘Blue Boy’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"first-letter\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003ehe \u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW20779598 BCX8\"\u003eYucca ‘Blue Boy’ is a striking ornamental plant known for its bold, colorful leaves. It is popular in both gardens and containers because it combines toughness with unique beauty. This yucca is easy to grow and adds year-round interest to sunny landscapes. It works well in modern, desert-style, and low-maintenance gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW20779598 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW20779598 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW154784963 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW154784963 BCX8\"\u003eThis plant is most often called “Blue Boy Yucca.” It can be grown in the ground in warm regions or in large pots for patios, decks, and entryways. It is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW154784963 BCX8\"\u003ea great choice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW154784963 BCX8\"\u003e for dry gardens, mixed borders, or as a focal point in a rock garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW154784963 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/Yucca-Blue-Boy-2-Gallon_6_1.jpg?v=1756727617\" alt=\"Potted houseplant with long green strap-shaped leaves with purple-tinged edges in a black nursery pot.\" class=\"floating-left-image\" data-mce-src=\" https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/Yucca-Blue-Boy-2-Gallon_6_1.jpg?v=1756727617\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYucca ‘Blue Boy’ is a hybrid variety, so it does not grow naturally in the wild. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis yucca has long, sword-shaped leaves that change color throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung leaves may start green, then turn shades of blue, purple, and smoky bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows slowly, can grow up to 6 feet tall, and up to 5 feet wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, it can form multiple clumps, creating a full and dramatic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn summer, tall flower stalks rise from the center of the plant, holding clusters of creamy white, bell-shaped blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese flowers are attractive to pollinators and stand out against the colorful leaves. While the flowers are beautiful, the plant’s foliage is its main highlight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eWhen it comes to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003ecare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003e, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eYucca ‘Blue Boy’ grows best in full sun but will tolerate light shade. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eIt prefers \u003ca rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/planetdesert.com\/collections\/soil-top-dressing-and-amendments\/products\/soil-cactus-mix-blend-1-gal-4-qt-cacti-succulent-dirt-compost-growing-media\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW173278059 BCX8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Soil Cactus Mix Blend, well-drained succulent soil product, opens in a new tab\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003ewell-drain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eed succulent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003e soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"patrol-sr-only patrol-blank-target\"\u003e, opens in a new tab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and does not like to stay wet. Water deeply, but only when the soil is dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"279\" width=\"350\" style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"USDA Growing Zones - Outdoors map of continental U.S., showing zone bands and legend: 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/7-10_USDA_96b498b7-8cf7-4106-b9c4-7d5e439fb433.png?v=1756728221\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eOnce \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eestablished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003e, it is very \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003edrought-tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eIt can handle hot summers and mild winters, growing best in USDA zones 7 to 10. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003eIndoors, keep it near a bright window and avoid overwatering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\" class=\"EOP SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\" class=\"EOP SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW187864775 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187864775 BCX8\"\u003eThis yucca needs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187864775 BCX8\"\u003every little\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187864775 BCX8\"\u003e care. Remove old, dead leaves at the base to keep it neat, and cut off flower stalks after blooming. It does not require regular pruning and is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187864775 BCX8\"\u003egenerally pest-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187864775 BCX8\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\" class=\"EOP SCXW187864775 BCX8\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\" class=\"EOP SCXW173278059 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\" class=\"EOP SCXW187864775 BCX8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW41757652 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41757652 BCX8\"\u003eOverall, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41757652 BCX8\"\u003eYucca ‘Blue Boy’ special is its shifting leaf colors, which bring changing beauty to the garden in every season. It is tough, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance, making it perfect for gardeners who want a bold plant without much work. Whether in a pot or in the ground, it is sure to stand out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\" class=\"EOP SCXW41757652 BCX8\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planet Desert","offers":[{"title":"2 Gal.","offer_id":47720895381747,"sku":"3822","price":49.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5384\/files\/Yucca-_Blue-Boy_-2-Gallon-Update-Pictures_1.jpg?v=1770820774","url":"https:\/\/planetdesert.com\/products\/yucca-blue-boy","provider":"Planet Desert","version":"1.0","type":"link"}