Agave utahensis var. nevadensis
Nevada Agave, Clark Mountain Agave
Description
This clumping plant tolerates heat as well as cold. Spiny-edged, stiff leaves are less than 12" long. Flower clusters arise along the stem on short stalks from late winter to early summer. The rosette bearing the flower dies after blooming. This Agave needs little water but good drainage. Do not overwater in winter. Some people get dermatitis from handling this plant. This Agave makes a wonderful container plant indoors or outside.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic, Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Indoor, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.