Family: Agavaceae (ah-gav-AY-see-ay) (Info) Genus: Agave (a-GAH-vee) (Info) Species: cerulata subsp. subcerulata
Category: Cactus and Succulents
Height: 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing: 15-18 in. (38-45 cm) 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F) USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) 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: Sun to Partial Shade
Danger: Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color: Pale Yellow
Bloom Time: Mid Spring Late Spring/Early Summer
Foliage: Grown for foliage Evergreen Blue-Green Succulent
Other details: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping This plant is monocarpic
Soil pH requirements: Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods: By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets) Allow cut surface to callous over before planting From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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