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Agave bracteosa

Candelabrum Agave, Spider Agave

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

One of the most attractive smaller agaves, sometimes clump forming. Unarmed leaves make for a good container plant. Best in part sun to light shade. Slender recurving narrow green leaves resembles a spider. Aloe-like flowers are white-orange This agave is one of only a few, that does not die after flowering. The bloom spike is 3' of densely packed cream colored flowers. Is more moisture tolerant than others, needing good drainage. Native on limestone ledges.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Light Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.