Yucca Filamentosa AGM Adam's Needle Shrub
Yucca Filamentosa AGM Adam's Needle Shrub
The Yucca Filamentosa is a small stemless evergreen shrub that will add a touch of elegance and resilience to your garden or landscape. This remarkable perennial plant, also known as Adam's needle or Spanish bayonet, is native to the southeastern United States and boasts a unique and striking appearance.
Yucca Filamentosa forms dense clumps of sword-shaped, deep green leaves that can grow up to 75cm in length. What sets this plant apart is the presence of sharp, thread-like filaments that edge its leaves, giving it a distinctive and captivating look. These curly filaments add a touch of whimsy to the already remarkable foliage.
In late summer, Yucca Filamentosa surprises with nodding creamy-white flowers, each measuring approximately 6cm in length. These exquisite blossoms are borne in panicles that can reach heights of up to 2m. The late-summer flowering adds a unique touch to your garden, making it a great specimen plant that will draw the admiration of all who see it.
Notably, the Royal Horticultural Society has recognized the Yucca Filamentosa's exceptional qualities by awarding it the prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM). This prestigious accolade attests to its outstanding performance, adaptability, and visual appeal, making it a plant of choice for discerning gardeners.
Yucca Filamentosa's adaptability to various environmental conditions, low-maintenance requirements, and unique aesthetics make it an excellent choice for xeriscaping, water-wise landscaping, or adding a focal point to your garden. It's a plant that seamlessly combines form and function.
Elevate your garden's aesthetics and enjoy the reliability of a true garden gem. Experience the magic of the Yucca Filamentosa, a plant that effortlessly combines beauty and hardiness. Add this award-winning specimen to your outdoor space and watch it flourish with grace.
At a glance
- Architectural container plant
- Small stemless evergreen shrub
- Low maintenance
- Ideal for beds and borders
You will receive 1 x 9cm potted plant
Common Name | |
Genus | Yucca |
Plant Form | |
Plant Type | |
Climate | |
Plant habitat | Tolerant of exposure |
Sunlight | Full sun, partial shade |
Watering | Light |
Flowering period | Late Summer |
Flower Colour | Creamy white |
Season of interest | All year |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Hardiness Rating (RHS) | H5 |
Soil type | Well-drained. Sand, chalk, loam |
Soil PH | Any |
Size | Height: 1m, Spread: 1.5m |
Awards | RHS The Award of Garden Merit |
Care notes |