Agave 'Aristocrat'
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 8b-12
Agave 'Aristocrat' plant details
Agave 'Aristocrat' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. 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 'Aristocrat'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave 'Aristocrat'
- USDA Zones: 8b - 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
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Zn 7. Olive green foliage with red & gold margins.
Gardening facts about Agave 'Aristocrat' plant
How to Grow Agave 'Aristocrat'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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