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Adam's needle
Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'
Adam's needle is a flowering evergreen plant with leathery, pointed leaves that can grow up to 4 feet tall and 2 feet wide. The leaves are yellow-green, sometimes variegated with cream and gold. The Color Guard variety has dramatic yellow margins around each leaf. Its longtime bloom period of June-July brings fragrant white flowers that share the air with an intensely sweet smell. Adam's needle is proud to be drought-tolerant and has beautiful bloom clusters to show off for years. It is a perfect addition to a variety of landscapes due to its cold-hardiness, bright color and long flowering season.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
low
USDA Hardiness Zones
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Hardiness Map
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Water Every
"7-10" days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
Watering Schedule
Frequency
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💧 Water every "7-10" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
Season
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Pruning Time
How to Propagate
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Offsets
Remove offsets from parent plant base, replant separately
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Plant Characteristics
Drought Tolerant
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Forgetful waterers
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can cause root rot.