Variegated Yucca
Color Guard Yucca
Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'
Color Guard lights up the garden all year with sword-shaped leaves striped gold and green. Cold weather tints them pink, and in midsummer tall spikes of creamy bells rise above. It thrives on heat and dry soil.
Key features
- Bright gold-and-green striped leaves
- Pink winter tints
- Drought tolerant and deer resistant
- North American native species
Great for
Plant guides
Find Color Guard Yucca in the garden center at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent nurseries.
Color Guard Yucca questions
How big does Color Guard Yucca get?
Color Guard Yucca grows 2 ft (spikes 4-6 ft) tall and 2-3 ft wide at maturity.
What zone is Color Guard Yucca hardy in?
Color Guard Yucca is hardy in USDA zones 4-10. Light: full sun to part shade.
When does Color Guard Yucca bloom?
Bloom: Creamy white bells, midsummer.
When should I prune Color Guard Yucca?
Yucca needs no real pruning. Cut off the flower stalk after it fades, and pull away old, dry lower leaves in spring.
Why is my Color Guard Yucca rotting at the base?
Yucca hates wet feet. Rot is almost always caused by poorly drained or overwatered soil. Plant it in well-drained soil and water only during long dry spells once it's established.
Is Color Guard Yucca deer resistant?
Yes. Color Guard Yucca is generally left alone by deer. When food is scarce, hungry deer may still browse almost any plant, so protect new plantings where deer pressure is heavy.
Where can I buy Color Guard Yucca?
Look for Color Guard Yucca in the white Gartenmeister® pot at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent garden centers. Selection varies by region and season. Can't find it? Ask us where to buy.
