Agave scabra |
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Rough-Leafed Agave |
Agave grows to 4' x 6' . Thick, wide gray-green leaves are rough on the back, edged with curved teeth and stout terminal spine. Produces offsets readily. Smaller than A. americana. Will take full sun or reflected heat. Abundant in the Chihuahuan desert in NE Mexico into south Texas from 3600-5700'.
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Light Green, Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
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As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.