Why Is My Yucca Plant Tall But Skinny

Question

I have a yucca plant that is about 70cm tall but is only approx. 5cm diameter at the base of the stalk. It is all leaves and keeps growing upwards but the stem doesn’t thicken up. It is in danger of falling over soon!

Answer 1

Does it get full sun? Usually that happens when a plant is reaching for light. If it is indoors try moving it near a sunnier window. Before it falls over, you can cut it in half and propagate the top part.

Review these cultural conditions and see if they are being met:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/yucca/caring-for-and-landscaping-with-yuccas-outdoors.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/yucca/yucca-plants-care-and-pruning-tips-for-pruning-a-yucca.htm