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Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle)

Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) is a bold architectural evergreen prized for its stiff sword like leaves and tall spikes of creamy white flowers. This hardy plant thrives in tough conditions and provides strong year round structure in New Zealand gardens. It is ideal for modern landscapes coastal sites and low maintenance borders where dramatic form is desired.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsSome
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku14192

How to grow Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) in NZ

To grow Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) in NZ, plant it in full sun in well drained soil. It performs best in free draining sandy or gravelly soils and dislikes heavy wet ground. Planting in spring or autumn allows strong root establishment. Water regularly during the first season, then only during extended dry periods once established.

Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) care tips

Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) requires very little care once established. Remove old lower leaves to keep plants tidy and cut back spent flower spikes after blooming. Feed lightly in spring if desired. Ensure excellent drainage at all times. This tough plant tolerates heat drought wind and light frost across most NZ regions.

Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) size, spacing, and growth rate

Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) typically forms a clump around 60 to 90 cm tall and wide, with flower spikes reaching up to 1.5 to 2 metres. Space plants at least 1 metre apart to allow full development. It has a moderate growth rate and gradually forms a bold sculptural feature in the garden.

Landscaping uses for Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle)

Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) is ideal as a feature plant in modern gardens gravel landscapes and coastal settings. Its dramatic foliage contrasts beautifully with grasses and low growing shrubs. It also works well in large containers where strong structure and year round interest are important.

Why buy Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) from The Plant Company?

When you buy Yucca filamentosa (Adams Needle) from The Plant Company, you are choosing NZ’s most trusted plant nursery. Our plants are grown for New Zealand conditions and selected for strength and performance. We supply healthy well established plants provide expert growing advice and offer reliable nationwide delivery so you can plant with confidence.

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