Yucca filamentosa ‘Color Guard’

Yellow-green variegated yucca in flowerbed

Yucca filamentosa ‘Color Guard’ is a striking variegated yucca prized for its bold, sword-shaped leaves featuring bright golden-yellow centers edged in deep green. This hardy, architectural perennial forms dense clumps that bring dramatic color and texture to the landscape year-round. In summer, tall flower spikes rise above the foliage, producing clusters of creamy white, bell-shaped blooms that attract pollinators.

Thriving in USDA Zones 5–10, ‘Color Guard’ performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. Extremely drought-tolerant once established, it is ideal for xeriscapes, rock gardens, borders, and low-maintenance landscapes. With its vibrant foliage and strong structural form, this yucca adds bold visual impact to both residential and commercial plantings. 🌿

Overview

Common Name: Adam's Needle

Annual Growth Rate: 2'

Shape: Grass

USDA Zone: 5-10

10-Year HxW: 2'x2'

Sun Needs: Full Sun