Agave Species, Century Plant, Maguey

Agavesobria subsp. frailensis

Genus
Agave (a-GAH-vee)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Bronze
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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San Antonio, TX (Zone 8b) | February 2005 | neutral

I have not grown this plant. It is the smallest growing of the subspecies of Agave sobria and is considered the most attractive by many. ...Read More

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