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Agavebovicornuta

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Genus

Agave (a-GAH-vee)

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Species

bovicornuta (boh-vy-kor-NOO-tuh)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Grown for foliage

Evergreen

Smooth

Height

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Time

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Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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positive

neutral

negative

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