Agave isthmensis 'Moon Disc'

Also Known As

Moon Disc Dwarf Butterfly Century Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 4"-6"

planting zones

10a-12

Agave isthmensis 'Moon Disc' plant details

Agave isthmensis 'Moon Disc' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, variegated and white foliage. 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 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 isthmensis 'Moon Disc'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, tropical-looking, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave isthmensis 'Moon Disc'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly 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 isthmensis 'Moon Disc' plant

How to Grow Agave isthmensis 'Moon Disc'

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