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Agave pelona
Mescal pelon
Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
Medium sized solitary agave grows to 2' x 3'. Leaves are long, stiff and dark green with a red/purple tint. Leaves can have a reddish cast that is more pronounced with drought or old age. The flower spike can be 10' with wine red flowers in summer. Grows well in full sun or part shade in the low desert. Native to NW Sonora Mexico.
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Purple, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.