How much sun does Thompson's Yucca need?

Thompson's Yucca grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Thompson's Yucca bloom?

Thompson's Yucca blooms in March, April, and May.

Where is Thompson's Yucca native?

Thompson's Yucca (Yucca thompsoniana) is native to TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Thompson's Yucca attract?

Thompson's Yucca draws moths and hummingbirds.

Is Thompson's Yucca HOA-friendly?

Thompson'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.

Thompson's Yucca

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Yucca thompsoniana

Last reviewed: August 2026

Thompson's Yucca (Yucca thompsoniana) is a perennial succulent native to TX. It blooms in March, April, and May. The flowers draw moths and hummingbirds.

Toxicity unknown

Thompson's Yucca (Yucca thompsoniana) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

72"–144" H × 24"–36" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

Pollinators

moths, hummingbirds

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Thompson's Yucca is a striking architectural succulent that forms a tall, upright rosette of narrow blue-green leaves. In spring, it produces dramatic spikes of white bell-shaped flowers that can tower above the plant, creating an impressive focal point in drought-tolerant landscapes.

Growing Thompson's Yucca

Grow Thompson's Yucca in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 72 to 144 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

Thompson'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.

Height exceeds typical HOA-friendly range

Wildlife value

The spring flower spikes attract hummingbirds and specialized yucca moths. The moths have a unique pollination relationship with yuccas, making this plant important for supporting native moth populations.

Common questions

How much sun does Thompson's Yucca need?: Thompson's Yucca grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Thompson's Yucca bloom?: Thompson's Yucca blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is Thompson's Yucca native?: Thompson's Yucca (Yucca thompsoniana) is native to TX, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Thompson's Yucca attract?: Thompson's Yucca draws moths and hummingbirds.
Is Thompson's Yucca HOA-friendly?: Thompson'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 vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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