Agave stricta 'Rubra'

Also Known As

Agave striata 'Rubra'
Agave stricta rubra

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

8b-11

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Agave stricta 'Rubra' plant details

Agave stricta 'Rubra' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with bronze, burgundy and green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agave stricta 'Rubra'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, burgundy and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave stricta 'Rubra'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

These plants are seed grown from Mesa Gardens seed identified as striata, but it's possible that it's stricta. Seed was labeled this way, but may be A. stricta 'rubra'.