Agave shawii in habitat in northwestern Baja California
Sunset®: 10, 12-24
USDA: 9b-10
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 25°F (-4°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Southern California, Baja California (Mexico)
Growth Habits: Succulents, to 5 feet diameter (1.5 m), 3 feet tall (90 cm).
Watering Needs: Infrequent water
Propagation: Suckers (called pups), seeds
Agave shawii dried flower stem in habitat in northwestern Baja California
Blooming Habits:
Blooms only when the plant is 15 years old or more. The flower stalk is huge (15 to 40 feet), starting like an asparagus, but its flowers are inconspicuous. The plant then dies leaving suckers that grow into replacement plants.
Culture:
Tolerates poor soil and drought, but requires excellent drainage.
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