Yucca gloriosa variegata

Yucca gloriosa variegata – Variegated Spanish Dagger

A stunning architectural evergreen with bold, sword-shaped leaves edged in creamy-yellow margins. This variegated form of Yucca gloriosa brings year-round structure and drama to borders, gravel gardens, and contemporary planting schemes.

Key Features

• Striking variegated foliage – Cream and green striped leaves create exceptional visual impact
• Architectural form – Bold rosette structure adds sculptural interest to any garden
• Evergreen reliability – Maintains its presence throughout the year
• Coastal tolerant – Thrives in exposed, windy, and salt-laden conditions
• Low maintenance – Drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal care

Planting & Care

Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Yucca gloriosa variegata is exceptionally hardy and tolerates poor, dry soils. Ideal for gravel gardens, Mediterranean-style borders, and coastal planting. Water during establishment, then leave to thrive with minimal intervention.

Mature specimens produce tall spikes of creamy-white bell-shaped flowers in late summer, adding seasonal drama to the evergreen display.