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Re: Yucca recurvifolia



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> From: TGC-The Graphics Connection <tgc@execpc.com>
> To: seeds-list@eskimo.com
> Subject: Yucca recurvifolia
> Date: Sunday, March 29, 1998 11:24 AM
> 
> I just obtained some root (rhizome) sections of Yucca recurvifolia. They
> were broken in the digging process, and I was wondering if any treatment
of
> the broken ends is necessary prior to planting to eliminate the
possibility
> of rot. If so, with what? Is it one of those plants that will take to
rough
> root division well (as hosta does with crown division) with no necessary
> treatments?
> 
> In addition, I've noticed that it seems to thrive best in full sun. Will
it
> also thrive in partial shade, or is it best to have full sun?
> 
> Finally, I did a little bit of research on the plant, and found that it
is
> pollinated by Pronuba moths (it has nocturnal flowers). Can it survive
> without pollination by this specific species? Will other insects
pollinate
> this plant? And what is the significance of pollination of this plant?
Does
> it just mean that it won't propagate without pollination, or will it die
> without?
> 
> Thanks, Jim Klett
> 
> "...Anyone who imagines that all fruits ripen at the same time as the
> strawberries knows nothing about grapes" - Paracelsus
> yuccas are very hardy...just plant your rhizome,don't let it dry out
before planting.  they need full sun to grow and prosper. there usually is
something that will pollinate ... this will allow your plants to flower,
seeds to produce and allow the plants to continue propagating.....christain
 blondeey@hotmail.com
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