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Agave pelona

Mescal pelon

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Medium sized solitary agave grows to 2' x 3'. Leaves are long, stiff and dark green with a red/purple tint. Leaves can have a reddish cast that is more pronounced with drought or old age. The flower spike can be 10' with wine red flowers in summer. Grows well in full sun or part shade in the low desert. Native to NW Sonora Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Purple, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.