Agave deserti

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Desert Century Plant

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Medium-sized agave to 2' X 2'. Plant does die after flowering. This plant is thought to be somewhat susceptible to agave weevil damage. Small clumping gray leaved plant. Can form large colonies sometimes to 10'. Very heat and drought tolerant. Native in Western Arizona and Eastern California on gravelly slopes 300-5000'. Yellow flowers on 12' spike May to July.-Mountain States Nursery

 

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Plant Type

Succulent

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Yellow

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.