Yucca flaccida aka Adam's Needle

Caring for Adam's Needle is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Adam's Needle does best in dry soil and should only be watered sparingly.

To keep your Adam's Needle healthy, it's important to use a potting soil that won't retain too much moisture. A soil that drains well and contains perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition is ideal. Adding a few handfuls of perlite to regular cactus soil from the store is an easy way to create this type of soil mix.

Adam's Needle requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Bear Grass is always in the right place to thrive.

Adam's Needle is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Adam's Needle enjoys dry environments, but misting the plant or providing extra humidity can create an environment for harmful fungi to thrive on the leaves.

The Adam's Needle is characterized by its slow growth and doesn't need fertilization in addition to its potting soil. By renewing the soil in its pot once a year, it should have enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not from any fertilizers.

New growth will sprout from the top of the Adam's Needle as it grows vertically.

Adam's Needle’s native range is the Americas and Caribbean.