Adam's needle
Yucca filamentosa
Last reviewed: August 2026
Adam's needle (Yucca filamentosa) is a perennial succulent native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 7 more states. It blooms in June, July, and August. The flowers draw moths and bees. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–96" H × 36"–48" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, FL, GA, LA and 7 more states
Pollinators
moths, bees
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A trunkless, clump-forming succulent with stiff, sword-shaped evergreen leaves edged in curling white filaments and a tall branched spike of large creamy-white bell-shaped flowers in summer. Adaptable to a wide range of soils.
Growing Adam's needle
Grow Adam's needle in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 24 to 96 inches tall and spread 36 to 48 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Adam's needle is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge.
- Leaf tips are sharp; plant away from walkways and foot traffic
Wildlife value
Host plant for yucca moth.
Tall summer flower spikes are pollinated by yucca moths and also provide nectar for bees.
Common questions
- How much sun does Adam's needle need?
- Adam's needle grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Adam's needle bloom?
- Adam's needle blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Adam's needle native?
- Adam's needle (Yucca filamentosa) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 7 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What butterflies or moths does Adam's needle host?
- Adam's needle is a larval host plant for yucca moth.
- Is Adam's needle HOA-friendly?
- Adam's needle is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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