Agave attenuata 'Raea's Gold'

Also Known As

Golden Fox Tail Agave

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

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

planting zones

9b-12

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Agave attenuata 'Raea's Gold' plant details

Agave attenuata 'Raea's Gold' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with chartreuse and gold foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave attenuata 'Raea's Gold'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 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 attenuata 'Raea's Gold'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled 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 ‘Raea’s Gold’ is a beautiful, large, golden Agave displaying soft, broad, butter-yellow leaves. There are no sharp spines to pose a hazard. The color is best when the plant is grown in full sun.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

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How to Grow Agave attenuata 'Raea's Gold'

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