Century plant

 

 

 

Agave americana

 

Agavaceae

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Form: Succulent

Seasonality: evergreen; dies after blooming
Size: 7 ft high by 12 ft wide
Leaves: Large, 6 ft long, thick points, bluish, sharp tips, toothed edges
Flowers: Large branched stalk emerging from center of plant, 15-40 ft tall, sporting clusters of yellow flowers on side branches

Fruit: Seed
Stems/Trunks: n/a
Range/Origin; Sunset Zones 10, 12-24, H1, H2

Comments: Low litter, Sharp tips, Serrated edges

 

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Exposure: Full sun, reflected heat
  • Water: Low to moderate
  • Soil: Tolerant, well drained
  • Propagation: Seed, offsets
  • Maintenance: Minimal

 

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