Agave pygmae 'Dragon Toes'

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Dragon Toes Agave

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Information by: GardenSoft Photographer: agaveville.com

Description

This agave is originally from Mexico and Central America. It has chunky, thick, blue green leaves that have sharp spines along the margins and a large spine at the tip of the leaf. It is a slow growing plant reaching 1-2' tall and wide. It does best in full sun with well draining soil. Established plants need minimal water and are heat tolerant. Not tolerant of frost. Looks great in containers or in mass plantings.

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Roadside, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.