Buckley’s Yucca
Yucca constricta
Last reviewed: June 2026
Yucca constricta (Buckley's Yucca) is a drought-tolerant succulent native to Texas that produces tall spikes of white flowers from March through August. This hardy plant thrives in full sun and requires minimal water.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
36"–60" H × 36"–60" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies, moths, hummingbirds, nectar insects
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Buckley's Yucca is a compact, architectural succulent that forms neat rosettes of sword-like blue-green leaves. It produces tall spikes of creamy white bell-shaped flowers from spring through summer, creating dramatic vertical interest in the landscape.
Growing Buckley’s Yucca
Grow Buckley’s Yucca in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 36 to 60 inches tall and spread 36 to 60 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Buckley’s Yucca takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only, mid zone.
- Spread too large for structured beds
Wildlife value
The long blooming period attracts butterflies, moths, hummingbirds, and various nectar-feeding insects. Night-blooming flowers are particularly valuable for nocturnal pollinators like yucca moths.
Common questions
- When does Buckley's Yucca bloom?
- Buckley's Yucca blooms from March through August, producing tall flower spikes with creamy white bell-shaped flowers.
- What pollinators visit Yucca constricta?
- Buckley's Yucca attracts butterflies, moths, hummingbirds, and various nectar-feeding insects. Yucca moths have a specialized relationship with yucca plants for pollination.
- Where is Buckley's Yucca native?
- Yucca constricta is native to Texas, where it grows naturally in rocky soils and open areas of the Hill Country and Edwards Plateau regions.
- How much water does Buckley's Yucca need?
- This drought-tolerant succulent requires very little water once established and is well-adapted to dry conditions typical of its native Texas habitat.
- Is Buckley’s Yucca HOA-friendly?
- Buckley’s Yucca takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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