Desert Agave

Scientific Name: Agave deserti ssp. deserti (Engelm.) Gentry.
Synonym: Agave consociata
Family: Agavaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 10-24
USDA: 8-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 20°F ( -7°C)

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: USA (Arizona, eastern California), Mexico (northern Sonora, northern Baja California)

Growth Habits: Clumping succulent rosette, up to 2 feet in diameter each (60 cm).

Watering Needs: Infrequent water, good drainage

Propagation: Seeds or offsets

Also spelled desertii.

Blooming Habits:
The bright yellow flowers of the Agave deserti are organized in a 8 to 13 feet tall panicle (2.5 to 4 m). They come in late spring to early summer.

Culture:
Tolerates poor soil and drought, but requires excellent drainage.