Agave X arizonica

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Agave X arizonica

Arizona Agave

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Description

Smaller-sized agave, grows to about 1' x 1 1/2' . Leaves are dark green and covered with filaments. Accepts full sun and is very drought tolerant. Rare plant in the wild, is native only across a small range in central Arizona.

Plant Type

Shrub, Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.