Agave pygmaea

Agave pygmaea is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 pygmaea

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue

Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall

Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, easy-to-grow, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave pygmaea

USDA Zones: 9b - 11

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained