Agave impressa 'Impressive'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-12

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Agave impressa 'Impressive' plant details

Agave impressa 'Impressive' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer chartreuse flowers emerge. 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave impressa 'Impressive'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in summer
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave impressa 'Impressive'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Agave impressa ‘Impressive’ displays solitary rosettes of light green leaves with interesting, waxy white lines and no teeth. Evergreen. Thrives in the heat of the summer. Agaves are drought tolerant perennials that require slightly alkaline, loose, well-drained soil. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Adds bold form and color in the landscape. They are easy care, drought tolerant plant that is great in landscapes and containers.