{"product_id":"color-guard-yucca-yucca-color-guard","title":"Color Guard Yucca (Yucca Color Guard)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTransform Your Landscape with Year-Round Variegated Beauty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYucca Color Guard gives you bold, year-round color, sculptural form, and drought tolerant performance without the constant watering, pruning, or pampering required by many traditional ornamental plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cem\u003eYucca filamentosa\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Color Guard’, Color Guard Yucca, and Adam’s Needle Color Guard, this evergreen perennial shrub is prized by landscape architects and gardeners for its architectural form and year-round color. Its sword shaped leaves form a tidy basal rosette with creamy white to golden striped foliage, dark green margins, and fine curly filaments along the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn summer, mature plants send up dramatic flower stalks with creamy white, bell shaped blossoms that can add architectural height up to 6 feet. During the cold winter months, the foliage of Color Guard Yucca can take on a coral-pink hue, giving your garden color even when many plants are dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Love Yucca Color Guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStriking variegated foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Creamy white to golden centers, green margins, and sword shaped leaves brighten borders, containers, and dry garden beds all year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for drought-conscious landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Color Guard Yucca is drought-tolerant once established and requires watering only when the soil is dry to the touch to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDramatic summer blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – Color Guard Yucca produces tall flower stalks with creamy white blossoms in mid-to-late summer, creating a strong focal point above the foliage clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy across many climates\u003c\/strong\u003e – The Color Guard Yucca is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-10, allowing it to thrive in a variety of climates, including California’s coastal, inland, and foothill regions, and pairs well with other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/california-lilac-ceanothus\"\u003edrought-tolerant California natives like California lilac (Ceanothus)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer resistant and easy care\u003c\/strong\u003e – Tough foliage helps make this yucca deer resistant, while its heat loving nature, low water needs, and durable roots make it well suited for busy homeowners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Color Guard Yucca is drought-tolerant and does not require high humidity levels, making it ideal for arid or semi-arid climates. This plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, making it suitable for both hot summers and cold winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Color Guard Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost landscape plants need regular irrigation, rich soil, seasonal pruning, and constant attention to stay attractive. Color Guard has:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrighter midsummer color\u003c\/strong\u003e – Unlike plain green yucca or many common shrubs, the center stripe of Yucca filamentosa Color Guard can intensify in full sun and summer heat, making the striped foliage stand out in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact architectural shape\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mature plants typically reach about 2-3 feet tall and wide, making the color guard yucca plant easier to place than giant agaves, palms, needle palm, or large spanish bayonet-style specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen seasonal interest\u003c\/strong\u003e – This evergreen shrub keeps its foliage through the year, with creamy white and golden tones in warm weather and coral-pink shading possible in fall and winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern design impact\u003c\/strong\u003e – Color Guard Yucca is prized by landscape architects and gardeners for its architectural form and year-round color, especially in rock-heavy, modern, or desert-style landscapes where it can complement \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/collections\/flowering-trees\"\u003eflowering trees chosen for California landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a plant that can stand alone as an accent, repeat beautifully in a mass planting, or bring great architectural interest to a dry slope, poolside landscape, or sun-filled entry garden, especially when combined with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/collections\/trees\"\u003emature trees that provide instant structure and privacy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Yucca Color Guard Successfully\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the right location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor optimal growth, the Color Guard Yucca should be planted in full sun to partial shade, receiving at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. The Color Guard Yucca thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth. Full sunlight produces the strongest variegated foliage, while part shade is tolerated where afternoon heat is intense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant in soil that drains fast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis plant thrives in well-draining soil that is slightly acidic to neutral, and it is recommended to use a balanced (5-10-5) NPK fertilizer during the growing season. This plant prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic to neutral, as ordinary soil can lead to compacted roots and root rot. Sandy soils, gravelly beds, raised areas, and rock garden settings are ideal because Color Guard Yucca does not tolerate standing water, and Yardwork’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/pages\/plant-nursery-near-me\"\u003eonline plant nursery for California homeowners\u003c\/a\u003e can help you source the right soil and companion plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater deeply, then let the soil dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Color Guard Yucca requires watering only when the soil is dry to the touch, as it is drought-tolerant once established. Water new plants more consistently while roots establish, then shift to deep, infrequent watering. Root rot in the Color Guard Yucca can occur due to overwatering or poorly draining soil; ensuring the soil is well-draining and allowing it to dry out between waterings can prevent this issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatch for simple care signals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYellowing leaves on the Color Guard Yucca can indicate both overwatering and underwatering, so adjusting the watering schedule and ensuring the plant is not sitting in water is essential. Spider mites can infest the Color Guard Yucca, causing stippling on the leaves and webbing, so it’s important to regularly inspect the undersides of leaves for signs of these pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle and maintain carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe leaves of a Color Guard Yucca have sharp tips and serrated edges, necessitating careful handling during planting and maintenance. Scale insects can attach themselves to the leaves and stems of the Color Guard Yucca, sucking the plant’s sap and weakening it; using insecticidal soap or neem oil can help control these infestations. Mealybugs, which are white, cottony insects that feed on the plant’s juices, can be controlled by wiping them off with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol or using insecticidal soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder ideal conditions, expect a low-maintenance foliage clump that holds its shape, tolerates heat, and rewards minimal intervention with bold foliage and tall, nodding bell flowers in late spring to summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem\u003eYucca filamentosa\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Color Guard’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Names: Color Guard Yucca, Adam’s Needle, Adam’s Needle Color Guard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen perennial shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature Size: 2-3 feet tall and wide; up to 6 feet with flower stalks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4-10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for best color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Needs: Well drained soil; slightly acidic to neutral; tolerant of sandy soils, rocky soil, and dry soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Requirements: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established; water only when soil is dry to the touch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBloom Time: Late spring to summer, with creamy white blossoms commonly appearing in mid-to-late summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower Color: Creamy white\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage: Sword shaped variegated foliage with creamy white to golden centers, green margins, and curly filaments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeasonal Color: Coral-pink hue may appear during cold winter months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandscape Use: Accent plant, focal point, borders, mass planting, containers, rock gardens, dry slopes, and poolside landscapes alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.useyardwork.com\/\"\u003eevergreen and fast-growing trees for privacy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilizer: Balanced (5-10-5) NPK fertilizer during the growing season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping: Available through Yardwork with California shipping options; free shipping over $600 in California, similar to how you can order a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/california-pepper-tree-schinus-molle\"\u003eCalifornia Pepper Tree and other landscape trees online\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Support: Yardwork consultation options are available to help with location, sunlight, soil, pot selection, drainage, and spacing, whether you’re planting Yucca Color Guard or an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/blogs\/news\/what-to-know-about-the-california-pepper-tree\"\u003eornamental California Pepper Tree for shade and texture\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Color Guard Yucca is an evergreen perennial shrub known for its dramatic, variegated foliage and extreme hardiness. It is expected to arrive in great condition when properly packed for shipping, and larger pot sizes can provide faster visual impact in the yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for These Garden Situations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia homeowners seeking low-water landscape solutions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXeriscaping in drought-prone areas with native shrubs like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/heteromeles-arbutifolia\"\u003eToyon (Heteromeles arbutifolia)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry slopes and poolside landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock-heavy, modern, or desert-style landscapes that pair structural yuccas with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/silver-sheen-kohuhu-pittosporum-tenuifolium-silver-sheen\"\u003eevergreen shrubs such as Cheesewood (Pittosporum)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContainer gardening on patios, balconies, and sunny entries, potentially mixing yucca with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/carrotwood-cupaniopsis-anacardioides\"\u003ecompact trees like Carrotwood and other container-friendly species\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMass planting along borders, walls, and open garden beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusy homeowners who want a dramatic plant with minimal care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is ideally suited for xeriscaping in drought-prone areas, dry slopes, and poolside landscapes. Yuccas thrive in rock-heavy, modern, or desert-style landscapes, where their upright foliage, clean lines, and architectural height create a bold stand against stone, gravel, stucco, concrete, and open sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a heat loving, drought tolerant, deer resistant plant that works as a focal point without overwhelming the landscape, Color Guard Yucca is a strong fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I water my Color Guard Yucca?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater when the soil is dry to the touch. The Color Guard Yucca is drought-tolerant once established, requiring watering only when the soil is dry to the touch to prevent root rot. Avoid standing water, especially in containers or heavy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it survive California’s hot summers and mild winters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, making it suitable for both hot summers and cold winters. The Color Guard Yucca is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-10, allowing it to thrive in a variety of climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to see the dramatic flower spikes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMature plants typically produce tall flower stalks in late spring to summer. Color Guard Yucca produces tall flower stalks with creamy white blossoms in mid-to-late summer, and under ideal conditions those stalks can reach up to 6 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe around children and pets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse thoughtful placement. The leaves of a Color Guard Yucca have sharp tips and serrated edges, necessitating careful handling during planting and maintenance. Place it away from narrow paths, play areas, and tight seating spaces where people or pets may brush against the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pests or problems should I watch for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor Guard Yucca is generally easy care, but inspect regularly. Spider mites can infest the Color Guard Yucca, causing stippling on the leaves and webbing, so it’s important to regularly inspect the undersides of leaves for signs of these pests. Scale insects can attach themselves to the leaves and stems of the Color Guard Yucca, sucking the plant’s sap and weakening it; using insecticidal soap or neem oil can help control these infestations. Mealybugs, which are white, cottony insects that feed on the plant’s juices, can be controlled by wiping them off with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol or using insecticidal soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Add Drama to Your Landscape?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eYucca Color Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e for dramatic striped foliage, creamy white summer blooms, coral-pink winter color, and California-friendly performance in full sun, well drained soil, and low-water landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yardwork","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46048467681453,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/8809\/6429\/files\/5_Gallon_Yucca_Color_Guard.jpg?v=1779657537","url":"https:\/\/useyardwork.com\/products\/color-guard-yucca-yucca-color-guard","provider":"Yardwork","version":"1.0","type":"link"}