Agave bracteosa

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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.

 

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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:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).