Yucca filamentosa ‘Color Guard’ | Adam’s Needle

This species is native to southeastern USA. The plant prefers full to  part sun but can tolerate half shade. It is adaptable to virtually any soil conditions, but constantly wet or waterlogged soils. Will tolerate sandy soil, salt, and is resistant to heat and humidity.   Hummingbirds, moths, small mammals, and songbirds are attracted to the plant, but it is pollinated by specialized moths called yucca moths, which have a symbiotic relationship with the plant.

For more information visit  For more information visit the North Carolina Extension Plant Toolbox and/or Kathy Copley’s Plant Showcase on the Brunswick County Master Gardener Volunteer Association website

Photo courtesy of Johnson Nursery Corp