Adam's Needle Yucca

Yucca filamentosa

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Native, Evergreen, Fragrant, Deer-resistant, Salt Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Low Maintenance, and Flowering

Specifications

Botanical Name

Yucca filamentosa
Height

2-4 ft
Width

3-4 ft
Growing Zones

4-10
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Slow
Flower Color
- White
Leaf Color
- Green
Fall Color

Green
Native

Yes
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Bloom Period

Early Summer, Late Summer
Does Not Ship To

AK, HI, ID, MT, OR

Planting & Care Instructions

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Plant in full sun, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily. While it can survive in partial shade, the foliage will lose its stiff architectural form and become floppy, and you will likely see fewer of the iconic white flower towers.
Soil: This plant thrives in gritty, fast draining soil and is a champion for sandy or rocky spots where other plants struggle. If you have heavy clay, plant it in a raised bed or a mound to ensure the roots never sit in soggy ground, which can lead to rot.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water your Yucca once a week to help the deep taproot establish itself in its new home. Once mature, this plant is exceptionally drought tolerant and usually relies on natural rainfall alone. If you notice the leaves looking wrinkled or thin during a prolonged heatwave, give it a deep soak to help it recharge its moisture reserves.

Pruning Tips

Adam's Needle blooms on stalks produced from the center of the foliage clump, and these should be cut back to the base of the plant once the flowers have faded. Think of this like removing a spent candle to keep the display looking tidy and to prevent the plant from wasting energy on seed production. You can also snip off any brown or damaged lower leaves in early spring to refresh the overall look of the rosette.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer once in early spring as new growth begins to appear. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this can force tender new growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. A light touch is best here, as over-fertilizing can actually lead to weaker, more succulent foliage that is prone to pests.

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Sculptural Flowering Evergreen Adam's Needle Yucca

To add a tremendous amount of excitement to your landscape, try an easy-care Adam's Needle Yucca (Yucca filamentosa). These native succulents are hardy across most of the United States. You'll love the look of the handsome, lance-shaped leaves all year long. They'll grow in a sophisticated rosette and act as a showy standout no matter where you place them.

Perfect for novice and experienced gardeners alike, this shrub can develop a tall, thick flowering stem in summer. These dramatic accents are usually between 4 and 5 feet, but some years, you may see a spike that reaches 6 feet or more! The creamy white, bell-shaped flowers can last for a month. Butterflies and hummingbirds love these white bells. The flower spikes do not appear until the plants are five years old.

Adam's Needle Yuccas are just as rugged as they look. They are heat-tolerant, cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and disease and insect-resistant. The plants have thick roots to store water, so they need little attention when it comes to watering. Try these handsome architectural foliage plants in dry, sunny borders. Once established, these are carefree perennials that may live for 60 or more years. Even if your yard is cold, wet, and exposed, you can grow them as container plants.

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Key Features

Native evergreen shrub stays green all winter
Grows towering white flower spikes
Cold-hardy
Pest-resistant
Drought-tolerant
Salt-tolerant
Hummingbird magnet
Rugged good looks
Long-lived, water-wise

Landscaping Uses

Place Yucca as a specimen plant for hot, dry areas in your yard. Especially noteworthy in cold winter zones, this plant definitely draws the eye. Add to Xeriscape, water-wise garden beds anywhere you have plenty of sun and well-drained soil.

A magnificent partner with boulders and rocks of all shapes and sizes in sunny rock gardens
Pair with other Succulents and Agave in Zones 7 - 10
In colder zones, combine with groundcover Sedum, Gaillardia, and other Prairie plants
Use several in the narrow strip between the street and the sidewalk for high impact
Repeat Yucca in mixed perennial or shrub borders as a unique and memorable edging plant
Pair with Rose of Sharon, Crape Myrtle, Potentilla or Spirea for contrast
Place near rustic or contemporary garden art or driftwood for a low-maintenance focal point
Combine with Juniper groundcover for a durable, no-care display
Grow as an incredible specimen in a big container near entrances or patio areas

Care & Maintenance

Plant them in full sun and give them well-drained soil. They won't require supplemental water after the first year in your landscape. Read in-depth about Yucca care and landscaping uses here.

Planting Time: Plant during moderate weather for best establishment.
Sun Requirements: Full sun for the strongest growth and bloom.
Soil Requirements: Requires well-drained soil. Tolerates heat, salt, and poor soils.
Moisture Needs: Thick roots store water; minimal watering once established.
Pruning: In summer, after the flower spike finishes blooming, cut the flower stalk back all the way into the main body of the plant.
Spring Cleanup: In spring, you may see some winter burn on leaves. Wear gloves, grasp the leaf tip, and cut it deep into the rosette. Remove all damaged leaves, and all new, fresh green leaves will soon emerge from the crown of the plant.

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FAQs

How tall do the flower spikes get?
Flower spikes usually reach 4 to 5 feet tall, and occasionally up to 6 feet or more.

Does Adam's Needle Yucca need a lot of maintenance?
Very little. It is drought-tolerant, pest-resistant, and long-lived, with only seasonal cleanup needed.

Does it stay evergreen?
Yes. Adam's Needle Yucca is an evergreen shrub that stays green all year.

Do the flowers attract pollinators?
Yes. Butterflies and hummingbirds love the white, bell-shaped blooms.

Can Yucca be grown in containers?
Yes. It handles cold, wet, and exposed conditions very well and adapts nicely to container life.

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Adam's Needle Yucca

Yucca filamentosa

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