As we become accustomed to drought, the transformation of our gardens seems inevitable. During the past week, I received photos of two plants that are providing a spectacular flower show in the midst ...

Yucca is a genus of over 40 perennial plants, shrubs, and trees. A few are grown as houseplants, including Yucca gigantea (also known as Y. guatemalensis and Y. elephantipes) and the Yucca aloifolia.

When summer starts to push and most plants need a drink about every day, gardeners start to realize how hardy yuccas can be. Like most succulents, yuccas store water in their roots, trunks or leaves, ...