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Agave ocahui

Ocahui

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This agave forms a tight rosette 2' x 3' . Leaves are narrow, stiff, dark green with smooth margins & sharp terminal. Full sun, water sparingly to maintain form. Will tolerate harsh, reflected heat while providing deep green, lush appearance. Does not produce offsets. Can tolerate more water & shade than most. Flower spike slender spike of yellow April through June. Native NE Sonora on rocky hillsides .

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.