Yuccas grow in snowy mountain regions, as well as in deserts, by the sea, and in tropical forests. This hardiness makes them ideal for year-round cultivation in Central European gardens. In nature, yuccas grow into impressive trees and enchant with their unique inflorescences. This book shows in a practical and easy-to-understand manner how these fascinating plants can be successfully planted and cared for in the garden, even in our climate. The history and use of the yucca in their homeland and in Europe demonstrate their versatile usability. Geology and landscape areas, climate, and soil conditions at the locations are compared to the conditions in Central Europe. Detailed plant portraits present suitable yuccas and yucca-like succulents, as well as other succulents in a more compact form, some of which are little known.