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Agave mckelveyana [ex az 2029m]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-11

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Agave mckelveyana [ex az 2029m] plant details

Agave mckelveyana [ex az 2029m] 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 average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave mckelveyana [ex az 2029m]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave mckelveyana [ex az 2029m]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Agave mckelveyanaVery hard to separate from Agave deserti var. simplex, this small Agave from western Arizona, grows in dry scrubland between 3000 and 6000 ft. It forms a tight rosette of stiff, bluish green leaves and is extremely tolerant of drought and severe freezes

Gardening facts about Agave mckelveyana [ex az 2029m] plant

How to Grow Agave mckelveyana [ex az 2029m]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • 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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