Soft Leaf Yucca blooming Peak bloom typically occurs November

Peak bloom typically occurs November through January

Never use organic mulch near Pachypodium

It won't send runners or spread aggressively

it drops its leaves in winter to let warming sun through when you want it

It reaches its full 4–6 foot size within 3–4 years and forms a naturally rounded shape that rarely needs pruning

Soft Leaf Yucca blooming Peak bloom typically occurs NovemberThe Safest, Most Elegant Yucca for Phoenix Family Landscapes Soft Leaf Yucca (Yucca pendula), also known as Soft Tip Yucca or Weeping Yucca, is the perfect yucca for Phoenix homeowners who want dramatic desert form without sharp spines. Its long, arching, sword shaped leaves drape gracefully from the center, creating an elegant fountain like silhouette but unlike most yuccas, the leaf tips are soft and flexible, making it safe for yards with kids,