Red Yucca
Hesperaloe parviflora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Hesperaloe parviflora is a drought-tolerant succulent native to Texas that produces striking red flower spikes from March through August, attracting hummingbirds and moths.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–48" H × 24"–36" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
TX
Pollinators
moths, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Red Yucca forms neat clumps of narrow, arching blue-green leaves that remain attractive year-round. From spring through fall, it sends up tall spikes of tubular red-orange flowers that attract hummingbirds and create a striking vertical accent in the landscape.
Growing Red Yucca
Grow Red Yucca in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 24 to 48 inches tall and spread 24 to 36 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Red 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.
- Insufficient data for HOA assessment
- Default conservative
Wildlife value
The long blooming season provides nectar for hummingbirds and moths throughout most of the growing season. This is considered one of the best native plants for attracting hummingbirds to Texas gardens.
Common questions
- When does Red Yucca bloom?
- Hesperaloe parviflora blooms from March through August, producing tall spikes of tubular red flowers that attract hummingbirds and moths.
- What pollinators visit Red Yucca?
- Red Yucca attracts hummingbirds and moths with its tubular red flowers. The long blooming period from spring through summer provides an extended nectar source.
- Where is Hesperaloe parviflora native?
- Red Yucca is native to Texas, where it grows naturally in arid and semi-arid regions. It has adapted to hot, dry conditions with minimal water requirements.
- How much water does Red Yucca need?
- Hesperaloe parviflora requires very little water once established. This drought-tolerant succulent is adapted to low-water conditions and can suffer from overwatering.
- Is Red Yucca HOA-friendly?
- Red 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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