Agave macroacantha 'Blue Ribbon'

Agave macroacantha 'Blue Ribbon' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 macroacantha 'Blue Ribbon'

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue, green, variegated and white

Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall

Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in summer

Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, houseplant, rock garden, rosette-forming, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave macroacantha 'Blue Ribbon'

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