Cactus & Yucca

Red Yucca

Hesperaloe parviflora

$42.00

In Stock — 126 available

Container Size

Sun: Full Sun
Water Needs: Very Low
Mature Height: 2–4 ft (flower stalks up to 5 ft)
Mature Width: 2–4 ft
Bloom Season: Spring to Fall
Flower Color: Red to coral
Growth Rate: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to -20°F
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Las Cruces Suitability: Excellent — Desert Adapted

Why We Recommend It

Red Yucca is an iconic desert plant that thrives in Las Cruces' heat and aridity, requiring minimal water once established. Its striking red-orange blooms attract hummingbirds and provide vibrant color for months.

Plant details are general guidance — ask our staff about your yard's conditions.

Best For

Xeriscape
Pollinator Gardens
Containers
Accents

Full Sun
Very Low Water
2–4 ft (flower stalks up to 5 ft)

A hardy Southwest native that produces tall, vibrant red flower spikes highly attractive to hummingbirds. This drought‑tolerant plant thrives in full sun, extreme heat, and dry desert climates, making it an ideal choice for xeriscapes, low‑maintenance landscapes, and water‑wise gardens.

Highlights:
• Tall, showy red flower stalks
• Hummingbird-friendly
• Evergreen, year-round texture
• Excellent for desert and modern designs
• Very low-maintenance

Bloom: March – July
Flower: Red
Height: 1' – 2'
Spread: 1' – 2'
Exposure: Full Sun
Water: Drought-tolerant; extra water in summer
Hardiness: Zones 8 – 17

Learn More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hesperaloe_parviflora

USDA Zone: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/

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Nursery container sizes are industry standards. Plant height and fullness vary by species and season.

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