Agave stricta [dwarf blue form]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 6"-10"

planting zones

8b-11

Agave stricta [dwarf blue form] plant details

Agave stricta [dwarf blue form] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer purple and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous 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 [dwarf blue form]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in summer
Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, houseplant, infrequent-blooming, monocarpic, rock garden, rosette-forming, spiky, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave stricta [dwarf blue form]

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

From central northern Mexico at mid elevations and appearing as little, blue-green sea urchins, to only 6-10". A fine addition to a detailed area of the garden where moisture can be controlled and temperatures are not likely to drop below 18 to 20 °F, upper USDA zone 8, for any length of time. Otherwise a striking, small container plant for bright light.