Agave americana

A classic blue agave forming large specimens.

A dramatic slow-growing succulent from the genus that brings us tequila. Perfect for creating pots of high visual impact on your patio or balcony. Underplant with Echeveria for a sophisticated touch. Reportedly hardy to minus nine Celsius, larger plants will likely be fairly hardy if kept dry and given some protection from cold. Smaller plants make a distinctive and no nonsense houseplant over the winter in a sunny window. Available in small quantities. Please enquire.

Common Name:  Century Plant

Family:  Asparagaceae (The Asparagus Family)

Zone Hardiness:  9-10

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  2-4'

Width:  2-3'

Primary Bloom Colour:  Yellow

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Foliage Colour:  Bluish

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Tender

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Soil Moisture:  Dry, Drought Tolerant

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Fragrance:  No

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Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Original habitat unknown but grows wild on cultivated land, in pine woods, sandy and rocky places and in desert scrub.

Award:  AGM

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