Variegated Century Plant
Agave Americana 'Variegata'
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 8–11Type SucculentClimate Arid, Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 8–11
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–10 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Succulent
- Family
- Agavaceae
- Climate
- Arid, Mediterranean
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