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Agave parryi v. couesii

Century Plant

Plant photo of: Agave parryi v. couesii
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This subspecies is smaller than regular Agave parryi and grows to a mature size of 2' x 2' . More cold hardy than both A. parryi truncata and huachucensis. Native in central Arizona in Coconino County.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Red, Yellow

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Spanish

Accenting Features

Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.