Agave x loferox 'Stairway to Heaven'

Also Known As

Stairway to Heaven Hardy Hybrid Century Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

7b-11

Agave x loferox 'Stairway to Heaven' plant details

Agave x loferox 'Stairway to Heaven' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. 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 x loferox 'Stairway to Heaven'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, tropical-looking, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave x loferox 'Stairway to Heaven'

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
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 x loferox 'Stairway to Heaven' plant

How to Grow Agave x loferox 'Stairway to Heaven'

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