Agave shawii

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Agave shawii

Shaw's Agave

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Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

This species can form large colonies. Leaves are 4" across and about 2' long, thick and rigid. It does need some protection from sun in the low desert. Not very cold hardy. A great ornamental that is not often used. Native to NW Baja.

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Green, Purple

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

Winter, Spring

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, 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

Background, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Roadside, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

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