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Agave gypsophila 'Curly' plant details
Agave gypsophila 'Curly' 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, dry when dormant. 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 gypsophila 'Curly'
- 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, bare root shipping available, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave gypsophila 'Curly'
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- 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
The Agave gypsophila, a plant fit for the most daring of botanical adventurers. This towering beauty can reach up to 3 feet in height and boasts striking, sculptural form. Its leaves are a deep, wavy, metallic silver that shimmer in the sunlight, a true sight to behold. As a specimen plant, this Agave will make a statement in any garden or landscape. It's a plant that tells a story of deserts and rugged wilderness, of endurance and resilience. It's a plant that will remind you of the wild beauty of nature and the excitement of discovery.
"The Agave gypsophila, a plant of towering height and striking silver color, a true treasure for the adventurous gardener." - Indiana Jones.
This plant has been grown in a 4 inch pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. The plant is shipped "semi-dry-root" (with some dirt to help protect roots).
By: Dry Oasis Plants
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How to Grow Agave gypsophila 'Curly'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- 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
See other plant types of Agave for your garden
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Agave montana 'Baccarat', Mountain Agave
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Agave aff. parryi var. couesii, Agave couesii, Agave parryi couesii, Agave parryi ssp. couesii
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 24"-48"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Agave wislizenni, Cabbage Head Agave
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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