Agave macroculmis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

8a-12

Agave macroculmis plant details

Agave macroculmis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave macroculmis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, spiky, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave macroculmis

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

High elevation seed collection from Mexico. Dwarf semi-running agave. Excellent for rock gardens, walls, containers. Full sun, sharp drainage. Will stop bicycles cutting across your parking strip. Cold hardy to 10-15° F, USDA zone 8, possibly colder with excellent drainage.