Agave americana (century plant) - drought-resistant succulents for rocky gardens

Gardening Made Easy with Agave americana Century Plants

Agave americana (century plant): low maintenance, drought-resistant succulents. Features large, thick leaves and a tall, striking flower stalk after 10-30 years.

Agave americana plants are low maintenance and thrive in dry environments, making them perfect for forgetful waterers and drought-stricken regions with minimal watering required. They can survive in hot weather with weekly watering in summer and almost no watering in winter.

Their size and grey-green leaves make them a great focal point, perfect for rock gardens and desert landscapes with well-draining soil. Despite their slow growth, Agave americana will eventually become a substantial feature plant, attracting attention in any outdoor space.

1. Sun Preference: Full Sun

2. Landscape Theme: Ideal for rocky gardens, desert gardens, and container gardens.

3. Agave americana Key Features:

• Thick gray-green fleshy leaves
• Rosette shape
• Blooms once for its lifetime
• Provides its own prograpation before it dies
  
• Low water need
• Ease maintenance

4. Planting:

Properly planting Agave | americana (century plant) requires a hole twice the size of the plant, with cactus soil to ensure good drainage. To prevent spreading, remove "pups" and carefully trim sharp spikes. For a "pineapple" appearance, prune accordingly. Maintain balance by trimming roots every few years and propagate new plants to share the love.

5. Watering: 

During the initial week, it is recommended to thoroughly water the plant. In the second week, reduce watering by half and then maintain a once per week schedule. Excess watering should be avoided.

4. Personality:

🌿Category: Agave

🌱 Species: americana

🍁 Foliage: Green

🌻Flower Color: Yellow

🚦Mature Height: 6-10 ft

🚥Mature Width: 8-12 ft

🍃Tolerates: Drought, Coast

💧Water Needs: Low

💪Hardy: 20F

🏠 Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor

 🌰Soil Preference: Cactus Mix, Sandy Soil, Gravelly, Well-drained

🌱 Growth Rate: Slow

🌍 Origin: SW USA, N Mexico

🌸Fertilize: All Purpose