Color Guard' Adam's Needle 1 Gallon
Color Guard' Adam's Needle 1 Gallon
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$35.82 USD
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$46.57 USD
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Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'
Description
Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard', commonly known as 'Color Guard' Adam's Needle, is a striking evergreen perennial known for its dramatic, sword-like leaves with a vibrant yellow center and green margins. This plant adds a bold architectural element to gardens and landscapes, and its tall flower spikes with creamy white blooms provide additional interest during the summer months.
Suggested Uses
This yucca is perfect for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and as a focal point in mixed borders. Its drought tolerance makes it ideal for low-water landscapes, and it can also be grown in containers for patios and decks.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard' -
Common Name: 'Color Guard' Adam's Needle -
Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide -
Hardiness Zones: 4-10 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially bees -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: Yes -
Grows Well With: Grasses, sedums, and other drought-tolerant perennials
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil with the crown at soil level -
Soil Moisture: Allow soil to dry between waterings -
Soil Type: Sandy, well-draining soil -
Humidity: Tolerates low humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flower stalks and dead leaves -
Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones -
Planting Depth: Crown at soil level -
Fertilization: Fertilize sparingly with a balanced fertilizer in spring -
Special Care: Protect from excessive winter moisture
