Yucca elephantipes ‘Variegata’ (Variegated Spineless Yucca)
Yucca elephantipes ‘Variegata’ is a striking architectural plant valued for its bold form and variegated foliage. Long, sword-shaped leaves with creamy yellow and green striping form dense rosettes at the ends of sturdy canes, giving the plant a strong sculptural presence in the landscape.
Unlike many yuccas, this species is spineless, making it more suitable for gardens and outdoor living spaces while still providing the dramatic form associated with the genus. As plants mature they develop thick trunks and may branch, producing multiple crowns and a more substantial feature over time.
Adapted to warm climates and free-draining soils, Yucca elephantipes is extremely drought tolerant once established. It performs well in full sun and is particularly suited to contemporary landscapes, coastal gardens, and large containers where a bold structural plant is desired.
Key points
Architectural evergreen with bold variegated foliage
Spineless yucca suitable for gardens and courtyards
Cream and green striped sword-like leaves
Highly drought tolerant once established
Suitable for feature planting or large containers
Supplied as healthy, mature plants.