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Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'
Yucca, Color Guard
- Drought Tolerant
- Striking Foliage
- Very Cold Hardy
- Category: Trees & Shrubs
- Hardiness Zone: 4b
- Height: 4 Feet
- Spread: 4 Feet
- Spacing: 3-4 Feet
- Bloom Color: White
Yucca 'Color Guard' is a vibrant, low-maintenance plant ideal for Texas landscapes. As a variegated cultivar of Adam's Needle (Yucca filamentosa), it stands out with sword-like leaves that feature striking yellow centers and green edges, unlike the solid green foliage of the species. This evergreen perennial adds year-round visual interest, growing to about 3-4 feet tall and wide. Adaptable and hardy, it thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerates poor soils, and prefers alkaline, well-draining conditions common in many parts of Texas.
In summer, 'Color Guard' produces dramatic flower spikes that rise 4-6 feet tall, adorned with creamy white, fragrant, bell-shaped blooms that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its drought tolerance, deer resistance, and pest-free nature make it a reliable and low-maintenance option for Texas gardeners. Whether used in xeriscapes, borders, or rock gardens, its vibrant foliage provides a striking contrast to other plants, even during the winter months.
This versatile yucca pairs beautifully with other drought-tolerant plants like agave, sedum, and ornamental grasses. It works well in both modern and traditional landscape designs, whether as a focal point or part of a mass planting. Combining resilience with striking aesthetics, Yucca 'Color Guard' is a standout choice for enhancing Texas landscapes.