Agave striata v. falcata
Espadin Agave
Description
This differs from the species with wider and fewer leaves.
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple, Red, Yellow
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Blue Green, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Parking Lot, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
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.