Adam's needle
Yucca filamentosa 'Bright Edge'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Air Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Creamy white Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Adam's needle (Yucca filamentosa 'Bright Edge') should be watered deeply every 14-21 days during its active growing season in spring and summer (April-September). When you water, saturate the soil up to 12 inches deep. During winter dormancy (October-March), reduce watering to minimal levels-water sparingly every 1-2 months depending on your local climate. Soil should be kept slightly moist, but not sopping wet. When in doubt, it is usually better to underwater than overwater.
sunlight
Adam's needle grows best in full sun environments. These plants require at least 8-10 hours of sunlight per day. The sun should shine directly onto the plant from around 10 am to 6 pm, though more is beneficial. If planted in a shady area, the plant may struggle to thrive. Adam's needle will also appreciate some afternoon shade during the summer months since extended periods of direct sunlight can damage the foliage.
pruning
Adam’s needle (Yucca filamentosa ‘Bright Edge’) should be pruned either in late winter or early spring before it begins its active growth stage. Prune it lightly, removing only the dead or discolored leaves and flower stalks. Be careful not to remove too much of the foliage, since it may stimulate further growth. You should also monitor the plant carefully and stop pruning when you start to notice new buds appearing on the plant.
