Agave lophantha var. caerulescens

Also Known As

Agave univittata var. caerulescens
Blue Crested-flower Century Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent, groundcover

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-10'

planting zones

8a-11

Agave lophantha var. caerulescens plant details

Agave lophantha var. caerulescens is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - 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 lophantha var. caerulescens

Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 10 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave lophantha var. caerulescens

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Agave lophantha var. caerulescens plant

How to Grow Agave lophantha var. caerulescens

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