Buy Agave titanota 'Black and Blue'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-12

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Agave titanota 'Black and Blue' plant details

Agave titanota 'Black and Blue' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with black and blue 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave titanota 'Black and Blue'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen black and blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: architectural, bare root shipping available, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave titanota 'Black and Blue'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Agave titanota "Black and Blue" stands out among hybrid agaves and is a favorite among collectors. Prized for stunning blue color, an appealing rounded form, and black teeth that start out yellow and become darker with age. Cold hardy to freezing temperatures with magnificent markings and blue foliage. Hardy yet beautiful. Perfect for landscape and patio pots.

This plant has been grown in a 3.5 inch pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. The plant is shipped "dry-root" (without dirt).