Agave attenuata

Price range: €15.00 through €140.00

Type of plant: Οutdoor plant

Foliage type: Evergreen

Lifespan: Perennial

Sunlight requirements: Full sun to Partial shade

Water needs: Low

Color: Blue-green to silver-green leaves; yellow-green flowers

Soil type: Well-draining soil or succulent mix

Maintenance level: Low to Moderate

Liters: 9.5lt, Height: 25-35 cm, Width: 37-47 cm, Diameter: 41-51 cm, Girth:12-13 cm

Liters: 30lt, Height: 85-95 cm, Width: 95-105 cm, Diameter: 95-105 cm, Girth: 44-45 cm

Liters: 35lt, Height: 71-81 cm, Width: 88-98 cm, Diameter: 89-99 cm, Girth: 39-40 cm

Description

Agave attenuata, also known as the Foxtail Agave, is a striking succulent native to Mexico, prized for its rosette of smooth, spineless leaves that range in color from blue-green to silver-green. Unlike many other agaves, its soft arching leaves make it a safer and more ornamental choice for gardens and containers. It typically reaches heights of 3 to 5 feet and spreads up to 6 feet. While it rarely flowers, mature plants produce a tall, curved flower spike with yellow-green blooms. Drought-tolerant and relatively low maintenance, it thrives in warm, sunny locations, making it ideal for Mediterranean climates like Cyprus.

Additional information

Litres

9.5L, 30L, 35L