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Whale's Tongue Agave

Agave Ovatifolia

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Overview

Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave ovatifolia) is a striking succulent featuring wide, powdery blue-gray leaves that resemble a whale's tongue. Hardy in zones 7-11, it thrives in full sun and requires well-draining soil. Mature plants reach up to 3-6 feet in both height and spread, adding bold texture to xeriscapes. It demands minimal water, resisting drought well. Bloom occurs once, typically after 10-15 years, with a towering 10-15 foot flower spike.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 8–10Type SucculentClimate Arid
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Hardy in zones 7-11, it thrives in full sun and requires well-draining soil
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — It demands minimal water, resisting drought wellWhale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave ovatifolia) is a striking succulent featuring wideWhale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Mature plants reach up to 3-6 feet in both height and spread, adding bold texture to xeriscapesWhale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Bloom occurs once, typically after 10-15 years, with a towering 10-15 foot flower spikeWhale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — powdery blue-gray leaves that resemble a whale's tongue

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Succulent
Family
Agavaceae
Climate
Arid

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Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Hardy in zones 7-11, it thrives in full sun and requires well-draining soil
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — It demands minimal water, resisting drought well
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave ovatifolia) is a striking succulent featuring wide
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Mature plants reach up to 3-6 feet in both height and spread, adding bold texture to xeriscapes
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Bloom occurs once, typically after 10-15 years, with a towering 10-15 foot flower spike
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — powdery blue-gray leaves that resemble a whale's tongue
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