agave 'Red Wing'
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A slow-growing, rosette-forming evergreen perennial succulent with fleshy dark red leaves with creamy, toothed edges and spiny brownish tips. Ideal for a sunny border or in pots and containers
Scientific classification
- Species
- agave 'Red Wing' (Agave 'Red Wing')
- Genus
- Agave
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of agave 'Red Wing'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of agave 'Red Wing'
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agave 'Red Wing' care guide
- Let gritty soil dry fully before each deep watering cycle
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Let gritty soil dry fully before each deep watering cycle
Fertilizing
FertilizingVery dilute low-nitrogen succulent feed monthly in warm growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed. Dies after flowering and does not produce offsets
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well drained soil in a warm, sheltered spot in full sun. Water freely in summer and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser 3-4 times in the growing season. Keep almost dry in winter. Provide winter protection, or grow in a container and overwinter in a greenhouse or conservatory. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to scale insects
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