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Golden Sword Yucca
Yucca filamentosa 'Golden Sword'
Pronunciation: YUK-uh fil-a-men-TOH-sa
SKU #07723
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water if very dry.
SIZE:
Foliage reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 5 ft. wide; blooms 4 to 6 ft. tall.
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| Description | Boldly striped green and creamy yellow sword-like leaves are topped by tall, showy spikes of fragrant, ivory white blooms in spring. Forms dramatic clumps with age. Use to create contrasting textures as a garden accent or container plant. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Sedum (Sedum); Yarrow (Achillea); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soil. Best in full sun, but tolerant of light shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Remove spent bloom spikes. Established plants require little care. |
Details
| Description | Boldly striped green and creamy yellow sword-like leaves are topped by tall, showy spikes of fragrant, ivory white blooms in spring. Forms dramatic clumps with age. Use to create contrasting textures as a garden accent or container plant. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Sedum (Sedum); Yarrow (Achillea); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soil. Best in full sun, but tolerant of light shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Remove spent bloom spikes. Established plants require little care. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Golden Sword Yucca produce flowers?
Spring
Is Golden Sword Yucca evergreen or deciduous?
Golden Sword Yucca is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Golden Sword Yucca?
Golden Sword Yucca is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise.
Is Golden Sword Yucca resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Golden Sword Yucca grow?
Golden Sword Yucca has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Golden Sword Yucca?
Golden Sword Yucca grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use Golden Sword Yucca in my landscape?
Golden Sword Yucca is suitable for: Border, Container, Poolside.
What color are Golden Sword Yucca flowers?
Golden Sword Yucca produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Golden Sword Yucca?
Golden Sword Yucca has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Golden Sword Yucca?
Good companion plants for Golden Sword Yucca include: Sedum (Sedum); Yarrow (Achillea); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia).
How do I care for Golden Sword Yucca?
Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soil. Best in full sun, but tolerant of light shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Remove spent bloom spikes. Established plants require little care.
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