Adam8217s Needle 3 Gallon

Adam’s Needle (Yucca filamentosa) Adam’s Needle (Yucca filamentosa), also known as Threadleaf Yucca, is a bold, evergreen perennial valued for its architectural foliage and striking summer flower spikes. This native plant offers year-round structure and thrives in tough conditions, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance and drought-tolerant landscapes. Distinctive Features This clump-forming yucca reaches 2 to 3 feet tall with rigid, sword-like leaves edged with curly white filaments. In early to midsummer, it sends up tall flower stalks up to 6 feet high, topped with bell-shaped creamy white flowers that attract pollinators. Its strong form, blue-green foliage, and dramatic bloom create a sculptural presence in dry gardens and borders. Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun Soil Type: Sandy, gravelly, or well-drained soil Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline Water Needs: Low; highly drought-tolerant USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 10 Ideal Uses Focal point in xeriscape or rock gardens Foundation planting for sunny, dry locations Accent in coastal or desert-inspired landscapes Pollinator gardens and native plantings Container gardens for bold year-round texture Low Maintenance Care Remove old flower stalks to maintain appearance Divide clumps in early spring if desired Provide excellent drainage to prevent root rot Rarely needs watering once established Resistant to deer, pests, and most diseases Why Choose Adam’s Needle Evergreen foliage adds structure in all seasons Dramatic flower spikes offer vertical interest Extremely drought-tolerant and low-maintenance Ideal for poor, sandy, or dry soils An architectural focal point for tough landscapes Adam’s Needle is a resilient and visually striking plant that excels as a focal point in sun-soaked, dry gardensoffering texture, structure, and summer bloom with minimal care.