Agave montana
Mountain Agave
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
In the fall, unless it is very hot outside, you can reduce your total watering time by 1/2.
Do not reduce run times, reduce the number of watering days.