Shaw’s Agave

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Shaw's Agave Plant Features

Agave shawii is a small-to-medium agave, with green ovate leaves 20-50 centimeter long and 8-20 centimeter wide, and a variable pattern of marginal teeth. Individual rosettes flower after 20-30 years of growth, after which that rosette dies. The flower cluster forms a panicle 2-4 meters in height, whose 8-14 lateral umbels are subtended by large purple leaves. Each umbel consists of a mass of yellowish or reddish flowers. It produces numerous offsets or pups which form a large thicket.

Shaw's Agave Growing Instructions

Agave shawii is also extremely drought tolerant. In other words, it flourishes in full sun and does not require frequent watering. It should be watered a couple times a month and once a week in the spring during its growing season.

This agave is additionally a great plant for containers. However, ensure that the container has sufficient drainage and that Agave shawii is planted in loose, well-draining soil. Only water once the soil is completely dry. In conclusion, Agave shawii is a lovely and exotic addition to xeriscapes and succulent gardens both in the ground or in containers.

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