Agave parryi [N. of Sedona, AZ]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-11

Agave parryi [N. of Sedona, AZ] plant details

Agave parryi [N. of Sedona, AZ] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. 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 parryi [N. of Sedona, AZ]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave parryi [N. of Sedona, AZ]

USDA Zones: 7a - 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

Tightly clumping agave with seriously impressive leaves and extremely sharp spines. A Cistus collection found north of Sedona Arizona, this form reaches 3' tall and wide. Best in full sun with excellent drainage and occasional water in summer for best appearance. Cold hardy to 0 °F, USDA zone 7 if kept dry in winter.