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Agave attenuata 'Kara's Stripes' PP19444

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

10a-12

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Agave attenuata 'Kara's Stripes' PP19444 plant details

Agave attenuata 'Kara's Stripes' PP19444 is an evergreen cactus / succulent with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. 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 attenuata 'Kara's Stripes' PP19444

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave attenuata 'Kara's Stripes' PP19444

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Agave attenuata ‘Kara’s Stripes’ is a beautiful, large, golden Agave displaying soft, broad, greenish-yellow leaves. There are no sharp spines to pose a hazard. The ombre effect is best when the plant is grown in full sun.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Protect in winter & avoid full sun. Part Sun to Light Shade. 5 to 10 foot vertical flower stalk. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio).

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

An amazing container subject with vibrant smooth gold and green leaves. Protect from moisture on leaf surfaces when cool temperatures arrive.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

An outstanding 2007 introduction. No, it's not named for our nursery, but who's complaining! A new introduction in 2007, it is protected by a plant patent.

By: Kara Nursery

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Gardening facts about Agave attenuata 'Kara's Stripes' PP19444 plant

How to Grow Agave attenuata 'Kara's Stripes' PP19444

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