Quick answer: Adam's needle (Yucca filamentosa) is native to 21 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 16 Sep 2026.
Photo: Moriori, Wikimedia Commons (PUBLIC DOMAIN)
Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry |
| Soil | Coarse, dry sands |
| Bloom | Bloom Apr-Aug |
| Height | Up to 9 ft in bloom |
| Wildlife value | Attracts hummingbirds, larval host for Yucca Giant-Skipper and Cofaqui Giant-Skipper, obligate mutualism with Yucca Moth |
none noted formally; escapes from cultivation in northern part of its range
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Adam's needle
Where is Adam's needle native?
Adam's needle (Yucca filamentosa) is native to 21 states across the Northeast, Midwest and South. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Adam's needle bloom?
Adam's needle blooms Apr-Aug. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Adam's needle need?
Light: Sun. Water: Dry. Soil: Coarse, dry sands. Mature height: Up to 9 ft in bloom.
Is Adam's needle good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Attracts hummingbirds, larval host for Yucca Giant-Skipper and Cofaqui Giant-Skipper, obligate mutualism with Yucca Moth.
Is Adam's needle deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Adam's needle is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant.
Where can I buy real Adam's needle seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Yucca filamentosa on any listing.
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