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Agave colorata

Mescal Ceniza Agave

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This agave is medium-sized and forms low clumps 3' tall x 4' wide. Striking blue-grey leaves are short & broad with intricate bud prints. Leaves are heavily toothed with dark brown teeth. It is native to Sonora, Mexico and is hardy to 15 degrees F. It is slow growing and does well in full sun and reflected heat exposures. It will also grow in coastal areas with good drainage. Protect from agave snout weevil. It looks great in pots or in the landscape, with bright yellow flowers.-Mountain States Nurs

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.