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Yucca thriving but...

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by Floyd, Jul 15, 2010.

  1. Floyd

    Floyd Apprentice Gardener

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    I have a Yucca, (had it for a few years now) and it is around 5tf tall.
    The thing is I think it is doing 'too' well...
    This year it has flourished and all four branches on its crown have blossomed - so much so that two of the branches are now leaning over from the sheer weight of new foilage. They are carrying about 20-30 leaves each and now leaning over at almost 90 degrees. I fear they might snap off if I don't do anything.

    should I remove some of the leaves off (they are all healthy? or perhaps I should support the branches somehow?

    any ideas?

    thanks, Floyd
     
  2. pete

    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    Its the kind of plant that can become a bit of a mess if gets so tall it starts to fall over.

    I'm guessing its gloriosa as most of the hardy ones dont get particularly tall.

    Its up to you really you could support the branches but it might not look that good.

    I would be inclined to cut them back as they will branch anyway after flowering, making the problem worse.
     
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