Yucca aloifolia germination hints needed

[Andrew in Germany]

Anyone have some suggestions for getting aloifolia seeds to germinate?

[John P]

Andrew I had a packet of seed given to me a lifetime ago. I do not remember having any germination problems. I have 3rd or 4th generation yuccas from the original few I planted. (Now long gone) I have suckers galore that keep on popping up.

I am sure Paul would have some tips. Bill H who frequents the EPS forum is probably the most prolific yucca seed grower you will find. He sows seed on large scale from every available yucca species.

John

[Paul S]

Bill is indeed the yucca maestro. I've never known anyone grow them so well so quickly.

Y. aloifolia needs no special treatment above any other yucca or agave. If seed is fresh they are easy and fast to germinate.

[Andrew in Germany]

Thanks, I'll pass it on. An acquaintance in France is trying his hand at it and is having some disappointments. Perhaps a bit more patience and all will break.
Andrew