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Yucca After Hard Freeze: Wait for Spring

Craig's yucca lost all leaves after a hard winter, shows dark stains and orange sap with white centers. He asks if treatable.

Assessment

Yuccas tolerate 0–10°F but prefer warmth.
Dark stain = freeze damage; orange sap = freeze-thaw injury.
Wait until spring—new leaves will emerge or trunk will turn soft/rotten.

Future Protection

Mulch in winter; cover with blanket during unusual hard freezes.

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