Agave lophantha [coll. #AIM-025]

Also Known As

Agave univittata [coll. #AIM-025]
Hardy Century Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"-15"
W: 15"-24"

planting zones

7a-11

Agave lophantha [coll. #AIM-025] plant details

Agave lophantha [coll. #AIM-025] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave lophantha [coll. #AIM-025]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave lophantha [coll. #AIM-025]

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Agave lophantha [coll. #AIM-025] plant

How to Grow Agave lophantha [coll. #AIM-025]

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant