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Old 18-10-2003, 09:02 PM
Tina Gibson
 
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Default Yucca Plant

I believe it is not as bright as a south window. However, it is very healthy
with a strong stem. New growth is always very green - no signs of
etiolation. I will watch it carefully and if I notice it losing colour.
Thanks for your comments. You do know your plants - glad you're around to
help us all out!! Tina : )

"Cereoid-UR12-" wrote in message
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You don't want the plant to grow "fast". If Yucca don't receive enough
light, the new growth will be weak long slender stems with pale leaves and
very susceptible to disease.

An east facing window is not as bright as you assume. You may want to

check
with a light meter to see for yourself.


Tina Gibson wrote in message
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My Yucca has grown over a foot in the last year in a very bright eastern
window. Since this is the first I have eer had I am wondering now based

on
your comments Ceroeoid - would it grow faster in a southern window? I

don't
plan on moving because there are other plants that I need to have in the
south window but just curious?
"Cereoid-UR12-" wrote in message
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If you bought a Yucca to be grown as an indoor plant, you probably

have
Yucca elephantipes.

The major problem with growing this plant is giving it enough light,
especially in the winter. A south or southwestern exposure is

necessary.

In the winter, watering it thoroughly once a month is sufficient. It

is
a
xerophytic plant, so it requires far less water than most "house

plants".




amanda wrote in message
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Hi
I recently bought a yucca plant. I dont know if i am watering it too
much. Does anyone know how often you should water indoor plants at
this time of year?
Thank you