foxtail agave

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A succulent perennial producing an evergreen rosette of silvery, pale green leaves on top of a thick stem. An arching stem of yellow flowers can emerge from the rosette in summer, reaching to 1.5m in height

Scientific classification

Species: foxtail agave (Agave attenuata)
Genus: Agave
Family: Asparagaceae

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Cactus Succulent · Conservatory Greenhouse
Plant type: 1-1.5 metres
Height: 1.5-2.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of foxtail agave

Distribution map

Mexico

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of foxtail agave

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foxtail agave care guide

Water thoroughly only when substrate fully dries, cut back heavily in winter
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Water thoroughly only when substrate fully dries, cut back heavily in winter

Fertilizing

Weak low-nitrogen succulent feed once monthly in warm growing months

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by offsets

Growing

Frost tender, so in most locations, this perennial can only be grown outdoors in summer. Use a free-draining compost. Grow under glass in cactus compost in full light. Water less in autumn and keep dry in winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for more advice

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