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Agave

Agave

Agave is a plant which belongs to the Agave genus.

Not a cacti, or related to the similar Aloe plant.

The juice may cause acute contact dermatitis.

Agave grows as a perennial and is a non-edible succulent. Being a perennial plant, it tends to grow best over several years (approx 3 years and greater). Blue Glow, Sharkskin, Artichoke, Kissho Kan, and Rag time are some of the most popular varieties of Agave for home gardeners to grow.

Mexico is believed to be where Agave originates from.

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Agave have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Agave

  • Full Sun

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  • Low

Most species are only hardy to zone 7 or even 9. There is at least one species, Agave neomexicana, that is supposedly grown as far north as zone 5.1

Growing Agave from seed

Transplanting Agave

Companion plants for Agave

These plants have been known to grow well alongside Agave so consider planting:

Repellent plants for Agave

These plants will not grow well with Agave so avoid planting these within close proximity:

Common Agave problems

These problems, diseases and pests are known to affect Agave plants:

Agave Folklore & Trivia

Also native to SW USA and other parts of central America.
Agave azul is the species used to make Tequila.

Other names for Agave

Century plant, maguey, American aloe,

Agave care instructions

How long does Agave take to grow?

These estimates for how long Agave takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

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