Torrey Yucca
Yucca torreyi
Last reviewed: June 2026
Yucca torreyi is a drought-tolerant succulent native to Texas that produces tall spikes of white flowers from March through May. This desert plant thrives in full sun and requires minimal water once established.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
36"–120" H × 36"–48" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
TX
Pollinators
moths, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Torrey Yucca is a striking architectural succulent with sword-like blue-green leaves arranged in a symmetrical rosette. It produces dramatic tall spikes of creamy white bell-shaped flowers in spring. This slow-growing native thrives in hot, dry conditions and requires minimal care once established.
Growing Torrey Yucca
Grow Torrey Yucca in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 36 to 120 inches tall and spread 36 to 48 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Torrey 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 fragrant spring blooms attract hummingbirds and specialized yucca moths. The moths are essential pollinators for yuccas and depend on these plants for their life cycle.
Common questions
- When does Yucca torreyi bloom?
- Yucca torreyi typically blooms from March through May, producing tall flower spikes with white bell-shaped flowers.
- What pollinators visit Yucca torreyi?
- Yucca torreyi is primarily pollinated by yucca moths in a specialized relationship, though hummingbirds may also visit the flowers for nectar.
- Where is Yucca torreyi native?
- Yucca torreyi is native to Texas, where it grows naturally in desert and semi-arid regions.
- How much water does Yucca torreyi need?
- Yucca torreyi is extremely drought-tolerant and requires very little water once established, making it ideal for xeriscaping and low-water gardens.
- Is Torrey Yucca HOA-friendly?
- Torrey 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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