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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    February 7, 2011
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    Yucca is very difficult to eradicate. However, if you wish to get rid of the plant, cut it down as close to the ground as possible and then paint the fresh cut with concentrated Round-Up. Keep an eye on it and if you see any shoots, you'll have to repeat this process. This article will provide additional information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/yucca/removing-yucca.htm

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    Heather on
    February 5, 2011
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    Yes, it does sound like the cold has damaged it. It can regrow from the stem or roots if they are still alive. This article will help you determine that:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/how-to-tell-if-a-plant-is-dead-and-how-to-recover-an-almost-dead-plant.htm

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    February 9, 2011
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    Allow the cut to dry out a bit before planting. This will help prevent rot.

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    Heather on
    February 13, 2011
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    You will need to determine if it is still alive. This article will help you with that:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/how-to-tell-if-a-plant-is-dead-and-how-to-recover-an-almost-dead-plant.htm

    If it is still alive, it will regrow, though the shape may be different.

    Also, this article may help you protect it in the future if it is still alive:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/yucca/yucca-cold-weather.htm

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    February 15, 2011
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    Yucca plants may be placed in areas of partial sun but the majority thrive well in full sun.

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  • Answered by
    plantariu on
    February 16, 2011
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    yes it's fine, you can remove them it won't cause any problems. they should be removed anyway, just cut them off as close to the trunk as possible :)

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