Variegated Century Plant

Agave Americana 'Variegata'

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Overview

The Variegated Century Plant, Agave americana 'Variegata', exhibits striking cream and green-striped, spiny-margined leaves. A drought-resistant succulent, it thrives in full sun, requiring minimal upkeep. Mature plants reach up to 6 feet tall and can spread across 8 feet. After 10-25 years, it blooms once, with a towering up to 26-foot flower spike, before dying. Perfect for xeriscaping and adding architectural interest. Zone: 8-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 8–11Climate Arid, Mediterranean

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Mature plants reach up to 6 feet tall and can spread across 8 feet

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — A drought-resistant succulent, it thrives in full sun, requiring minimal upkeep

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Mature plants reach up to 6 feet tall and can spread across 8 feet

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Perfect for xeriscaping and adding architectural interest

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — After 10-25 years, it blooms once, with a towering up to 26-foot flower spike, before dying

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — commonly known as the Variegated Century Plant

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — is a striking succulent that commands attention in any landscape

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–10 Ft.

Classification

Family: Agavaceae
Climate: Arid, Mediterranean

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Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — exhibits striking cream and green-striped

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — A drought-resistant succulent, it thrives in full sun, requiring minimal upkeep

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Mature plants reach up to 6 feet tall and can spread across 8 feet

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Perfect for xeriscaping and adding architectural interest

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — After 10-25 years, it blooms once, with a towering up to 26-foot flower spike, before dying

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — commonly known as the Variegated Century Plant

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — is a striking succulent that commands attention in any landscape

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — This ornamental variety is characterized by its bold rosette of thick

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — fleshy leaves that can grow to impressive dimensions - reaching up to 6 feet in length and 10 inches

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — The leaves showcase a unique coloration

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — the Variegated Century Plant thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil to prevent root rot

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — adorned with clusters of yellowish-green flowers

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — It is drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaping

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — it demands minimal maintenance

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — consider its mature size and the sharp edges of its leaves

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Provide ample space for its spread and situate it away from high-traffic areas to ensure safety for

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — yellow flowers in the garden

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — succulent for full or half

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — succulent with yellow blooms

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — exhibits striking cream and green-striped; after 10-25 years, it blooms once, with a towering up to

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Mature plants reach up to 6 feet tall and can spread across 8 feet; succulent with yellow blooms

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — A drought-resistant succulent, it thrives in full sun, requiring minimal upkeep; the Variegated

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — After 10-25 years, it blooms once, with a towering up to 26-foot flower spike, before dying; commonly

Variegated Century Plant (Agave Americana 'Variegata') — Perfect for xeriscaping and adding architectural interest; it demands minimal maintenance

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