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Agave celsii var. albicans
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Agave celsii var. albicans plant details
Agave celsii var. albicans 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. 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 celsii var. albicans
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, easy-to-grow, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave celsii var. albicans
- USDA Zones: 9b - 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
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Agave celsii var. albicans plant
How to Grow Agave celsii var. albicans
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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