Family: Agavaceae (ah-gav-AY-see-ay) (Info)
Genus: Agave (a-GAH-vee) (Info)
Species: applanata (ap-PLAN-a-ta) (Info)
Synonym:Agave schnittspahnii
Category:
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Height:
Unknown - Tell us
Spacing:
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Danger:
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time:
Unknown - Tell us
Foliage:
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Silver/Gray
Succulent
Other details:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Soil pH requirements:
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods:
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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