Yucca filamentosa 'Golden Sword'

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Golden Sword Yucca

 
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This evergreen shrub will grow 3'-4' tall and 5' wide. It has stiff, narrow green leaves with golden yellow centers. These leaves are topped by white flower spikes that bloom in the spring. Flowers create a height of 4'-6' tall. This plant needs full sun. It looks more dramatic with age, especially the flowers.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Yellow, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.