Our Lord’s candle (Yucca whipplei)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Our Lord’s candle (Yucca whipplei). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant Our Lord’s candle in a south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Yucca whipplei can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• Architectural gardens – have clean lines, geometric layout and the absence of complicated details, follow a contemporary design;
• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Coastal gardens – are gardens along the coast, typically very exposed to sun and wind;
• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Mediterranean Gardens – can be formal or informal, and are inspired by the vegetation and materials of the hot, dry climates of the Mediterranean region;

Planting type

Our Lord’s candle is normally used in flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;.