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Agave americana

Century Plant, Maguey

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This plant is fast growing to about 6'-10' tall and 8'-13' wide. Wide gray leaves have stiff terminal spines and recurved teeth on margins. It prefers full sun and well-drained situations. After blooming, which could take several years, it will die but will send up new pups from around the base. Some people are allergic to the sap. Removal is difficult if unwanted.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate, 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, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Foundation, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.