Golden Sword Yucca

Golden Sword Yucca (Yucca filamentosa 'Golden Sword')

Golden Sword Yucca (Yucca filamentosa 'Golden Sword'), also known as Variegated Adam's Needle, is an evergreen perennial valued for its sword-shaped green leaves with bold golden-yellow centers. Its architectural form, vivid coloring, and drought tolerance make it a standout feature in waterwise and modern garden designs.

Distinctive Features

This clump-forming yucca grows 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, forming a dense rosette of rigid, variegated foliage lined with curly white filaments. Each blade is rich green along the margins with a bright golden stripe down the center. In early to midsummer, mature plants send up dramatic flower stalks reaching 5 to 6 feet tall, bearing creamy white, bell-shaped blooms that attract pollinators and add vertical drama.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Sandy, gravelly, or well-drained soils
• Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
• Water Needs: Low; very drought-tolerant
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 10

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in xeriscape or rock gardens
• Accent plant in sunny borders or mixed beds
• Coastal and desert-themed landscapes
• Container gardens with structural interest
• Evergreen presence in winter gardens

Low Maintenance Care

• Prune flower stalks after bloom to maintain tidy appearance
• Remove older leaves from the base as they fade
• Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot
• Water deeply but infrequently once established
• Divide clumps in early spring if needed

Why Choose Golden Sword Yucca

• Striking variegated foliage with bright gold centers
• Evergreen structure adds bold form year-round
• Highly tolerant of heat, drought, and poor soils
• Tall summer flower spikes add seasonal interest
• A dependable focal point for low-water landscapes

Golden Sword Yucca offers vibrant color and architectural shape with minimal care, making it a dependable focal point for gardens that demand resilience and year-round visual impact.