Agave colorata 'Misashibo'

Also Known As

Misashibo Mescal Ceniza Century Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

9a-12

Agave colorata 'Misashibo' plant details

Agave colorata 'Misashibo' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, chartreuse and variegated foliage. orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in 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 colorata 'Misashibo'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, chartreuse and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave colorata 'Misashibo'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Agave colorata 'Misashibo' plant

How to Grow Agave colorata 'Misashibo'

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