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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    May 1, 2013
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    Overwatering is the first problem to look into when you see brown tips on the leaves. Basically, yuccas like to get ALMOST dry between waterings. In order to be sure of what you're doing, you'll want to test the soil moisture before watering. Also, you need to know about the moisture in the bottom of the pot, not just near the surface. Use a long wooden dowel, or a shish kebob skewer, and test as if you were testing a cake. " Almost dry" will leave only a few bits of soil sticking, and the skewer will feel almost dry, only the barest trace of moisture. If you were overwatering, and now you're reducing water, it will still take the plant a long time to recover, although yuccas are pretty tough, so it should eventually. You can carefully trim off the brown tips, preserving the natural shape of the leaves. If the leaves no longer are tipping, you are on the way to recovery.

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    June 3, 2013
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    It sounds like it has black spot fungus. This article will help:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/black-spot-fungus.htm

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  • Answered by
    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    June 7, 2013
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    Since you didn't specify in which zone you are considering planting, the answer is, "It depends." The "indoor' yucca will tolerate rather cool temperatures, down into the 30's for stretches of time. However, if your winters have temps into the lower 20's or below more than 2-5 times a year, the yucca may not survive. You could plant and be prepared with blankets for protection in the coldest weather if it's infrequent. These are tough plants, and withstand more than you'd think. Just don't keep them really moist during cold weather.
    Have you considered pruning the plant if it's too big? A sharp saw can be your best friend with these plants. At least that's been my experience. They send up new growth quickly and instead of single stems, they develop their own character when pruned.

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    Nikki on
    January 2, 2014
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    Most likely you are watering it too much. Wait until the soil in the pot is completely dry before watering. Also, in winter plants need less water...usually only once a month.

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    Nikki on
    January 27, 2014
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    It does sound as if over watering may be the issue with a fungal infection, or even root rot, being the end result. These plants are drought tolerant and require little watering, only when really dried out. Backing off on the watering is a good first step. If it's simply a fungus attacking the plant, you may be successful with fungicide. Root rot is a bit trickier, however. These articles will help, depending on your situation: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/root-rot-in-garden-plants.htm, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/treating-root-rot-gardening-tips-for-housplants.htm

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    Nikki on
    January 30, 2014
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    Yes, this is common. Many plants have stronger scents in the evening because the types of insects that pollinate them are more likely to come out at dusk and early evening. It is meant to attract them, but humans can enjoy it as well.

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    Nikki on
    February 23, 2014
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    This article will help with pruning your yucca plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/yucca/yucca-plants-care-and-pruning-tips-for-pruning-a-yucca.htm

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