Agave americana ssp. protoamericana 'Blue Steel'

Agave americana ssp. protoamericana 'Blue Steel' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 americana ssp. protoamericana 'Blue Steel'

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue

Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall

Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agave americana ssp. protoamericana 'Blue Steel'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b

Sun exposure: sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained