Agave
Genus
Non Fragrant
Fragrance
Low
Maintenance
Medium
Size
Once a Week
Water Requirement
Yes
With Pots
Outdoor Shade,Outdoor Sun
Sunlight Requirement
Low Maintenance,Outdoor
Use
Multicolour Century Plant
Family
Agavaceae
Native
Mexico.
Description
Agave Celsii 'Multicolour' is a evergreen succulent forming rosettes to 2 ft_ wide. Bold and attractive clumping foliage eventually reaches 2.5 ft_ tall & 3 ft_ wide. Broad gracefully upward-arching 6 wide medium-green leaves have a distinctive creamy-white margin with small brownish-black teeth and terminal spine that add additional visual interest. With age appears a 4-6 flower spike bearing red-tinged green flowers clustered atop the upper third of the flower spike.
Environment
Agave's need full sun and gritty soil that percolates easily. They can even do quite well when potted but use an unglazed clay pot that will allow evaporation of excess moisture.
Water needs are moderate to light depending upon the heat of the season but the Cactus should be allowed to dry out before irrigation
In growing season they benefit from the application of a granulated time release fertilizer that will provide nutrient to the plant.
Landscape Uses
Strong accent, focal point for desert gardens; oasis and xeric landscape design themes. Great for use around desert and oasis ramadas and patios. Often effectively used in mass or groups spaced at 5 to 6 feet on center.
