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YUCCA filamentosa 'Bright Edge'
Commonly known as Adam's needle, Silk grass, Spoonleaf yucca
Leaves with a narrow golden-yellow margin
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EvergreenBasal rosettes of rigid leaves to 75cm (30in) long margined with curly white threads
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White -
Height75cm (30in) -
Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Clump-forming, stemless or almost so
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sun
YUCCA filamentosa 'Bright Edge'
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interest
Pests & DiseasesAphids on flowers, leaf spot
Place of originUSA (New Jersey to Florida). Garden origin -
Flower ShapeBell/LanternNodding, bell-shaped, 5cm (2in) longPaniclesUpright panicles to to 2m (6½ft)
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSuitable for coastal gardensPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Gold variegated
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Oblanceolate
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Toxic - Category C
Harmful if eaten(Harmeful to pets if eaten)
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Yucca - Growing Guide
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75cm (30in)
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1.5m (5ft) |
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