Agave Species, Century Plant, Maguey
Agave cerulata subsp. nelsonii
| Family: | Asparagaceae |
| Genus: | Agave (a-GAH-vee) (Info) |
| Species: | cerulata subsp. nelsonii |
| Synonym: | Agave cerulata var. nelsonii |
| Synonym: | Agave nelsonii |
Category:
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Foliage:
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Foliage Color:
Height:
Spacing:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
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)
Where to Grow:
Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
Pale Yellow
Bloom Characteristics:
Bloom Size:
Bloom Time:
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
Patent Information:
Non-patented
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
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Fountain Hills, Arizona
Gardeners' Notes:
No details have been posted.
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