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Blue Agave Plant

Agave attenuata

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Agave attenuata, commonly known as Fox Tail Agave or Lions Tail Agave, features broad, pale blue-green leaves. It has stout and curving stems that push the plant up to 1 m high. Agave attenuata is commonly used as an attractive feature in modern gardens, particularly when planted in clusters or used to contrast with other colours and forms.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 40 cm
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock, Tropical

Agave americana

Agave americana, commonly known as Century Plant, Maguey, or American Aloe, features broad, powder-blue leaves that radiate outwards as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 2 m wide. A long stem often emerges during summer from the centre of the plant to bear clusters of orange flowers. Agave americana makes for an attractive specimen and is great for including in mixed plantings, using in rock gardens, adding to Mediterranean themed gardens, or planting to stop pedestrians passing through an area.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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