Agave parryi ssp. neomexicana 'Culberson Giant'

Also Known As

Culberson Giant New Mexican Century Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

6a-10b

Agave parryi ssp. neomexicana 'Culberson Giant' plant details

Agave parryi ssp. neomexicana 'Culberson Giant' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue 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 parryi ssp. neomexicana 'Culberson Giant'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave parryi ssp. neomexicana 'Culberson Giant'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
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 parryi ssp. neomexicana 'Culberson Giant' plant

How to Grow Agave parryi ssp. neomexicana 'Culberson Giant'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly 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