Silver Anniversary Yucca

Silver Anniversary Yucca (Yucca filamentosa x pallida 'Silver Anniversary')

Silver Anniversary Yucca (Yucca filamentosa x pallida 'Silver Anniversary') is a distinctive hybrid known for its striking silvery-blue foliage and compact, symmetrical form. This evergreen perennial brings bold texture and color contrast to dry, sunny landscapes and thrives in heat, drought, and poor soils.

Distinctive Features

Growing 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, Silver Anniversary forms a dense rosette of narrow, arching leaves in a cool silver-blue tone with curly white filaments along the edges. In early summer, mature plants produce tall flower spikes reaching up to 6 feet, topped with clusters of creamy white, bell-shaped blooms that attract pollinators and add vertical drama to the garden.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Sandy, rocky, or well-drained soils
• Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
• Water Needs: Low; extremely drought-tolerant
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 10

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in xeriscape or desert-style gardens
• Accent plant for modern or minimalist designs
• Container planting with bold texture and color
• Coastal and dry hillside gardens
• Evergreen structure in winter landscapes

Low Maintenance Care

• Remove flower stalks after blooming to maintain form
• Clean up old or damaged leaves as needed
• Water occasionally until established, then sparingly
• Provide sharp drainage to prevent rot
• Rarely troubled by pests or diseases

Why Choose Silver Anniversary Yucca

• Cool-toned silver-blue foliage adds standout contrast
• Evergreen form offers year-round structure
• Exceptional heat and drought resistance
• Large flower spikes bring summer interest and pollinators
• A compact focal point for contemporary and dry gardens

Silver Anniversary Yucca combines bold foliage color and structural elegance, making it a striking focal point in any dry, sun-filled setting with minimal upkeep required.