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.