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Agave montana

Mountain Agave

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This medium-sized artichoke-like agave reaches a mature size of 3' x 5'. Leaves are glossy green to light green, with large teeth and a terminal spine. Highly toothed leaf margins leave distinctive prints on other leaves. Very tolerant of cold, heat, drought , and poor soils. Can be planted in full sun,although partial shade is best in the low desert. Native to NE Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.

Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.