American century plant
Agave americana
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A dramatic succulent with thick, gray-green sword-like leaves arranged in a rosette, producing a tall flowering spike only once at maturity before dying. Extremely drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, ideal for arid gardens and containers.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A dramatic succulent with thick, gray-green sword-like leaves arranged in a rosette, producing a tall flowering spike only once at maturity before dying. Extremely drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, ideal for arid gardens and containers.
Climate Match for your location
See how well American century plant grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation