Yucca fil Color Guard #1
Yucca fil Color Guard #1
Color Guard Yucca
Variegated foliage
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$2999
$29.99
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Sword-like leaves have a rich, creamy-yellow central band against green. The leaves take on a rose cast in cold weather and remain on the plant all winter. Flower spikes are about 3' tall, but only appear occasionally. Easy to grow.
Botanical Name- Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'
Pronunciation- YUK-uh fil-uh-men-TOH-suh
Foliage- Evergreen
Mature Width- 2 ft
Mature Height- 2 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average to dry; very tolerant of dry soil once established
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Summer
Companion Plants- Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' (dramatic foliage contrast)
Fauna Attracted- Yucca moth (specialist pollinator), some beneficial insects
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C9
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove spent flower stalks; prefers well-drained soil and minimal watering.
Trimming Instructions- Remove spent flower stalks and damaged leaves as needed.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed sparingly with a low-nitrogen fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-10) in spring; very low feeding need. Excellent drainage in clay is crucial to prevent rot.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Yucca moth, root rot
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