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Agave lechuguilla [Hueco Mts. IB27]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

6a-11

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Agave lechuguilla [Hueco Mts. IB27] plant details

Agave lechuguilla [Hueco Mts. IB27] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave lechuguilla [Hueco Mts. IB27]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave lechuguilla [Hueco Mts. IB27]

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 2' high Agave forms vast clumps of spiny dark green rosettes, and would probably score near the top of a list of “Top 10 plants not to trip and fall on” (all of which you should have in your garden!). This collection from the northern end of its range should handle -10 °F. DS.