Agave isthmensis 'Rum Runner' is a succulent plant with rosettes of leaves that have a dramatic contrast of golden-yellow stripes. The plant can reach a height of 25 cm and produces numerous offsets at the base to form dense clumps. This variety of agave has its origin in Agave isthmensis and belongs to the Asparagaceae family.
Growth Rate
Agave Rum Runner has a slow growth rate.
Flowering
This one-of-a-kind succulent blooms in the spring and produces golden-yellow flowers.
Watering and Feeding
For the first month or two, water Agave 'Rum Runner' every 4-5 days. Once they mature, water 2-3 times every month during the summer, or more if you stay in a low desert area. During the growing season, fertilize every two weeks with a standard liquid fertilizer.
Soil
This agave species grows best in well-drained soil. Use regular succulent or cacti potting soil.
Hardiness
It prefers warm spring and summer temperatures and belongs to the hardiness zone of 9b to 11b.
Light
Agave Rum Runner grows best when exposed to full to light shade sun exposure. A window facing south or southeast is ideal.
Propagation
This succulent is easily propagated from offshoots. It is the quickest and most reliable method of producing agave plants.
Agave 'Rum Runner' is a great option for a houseplant. It looks adorable in a brightly lit area or when planted outdoors in a container garden.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Agave isthmensis |
| Common Name | Agave 'Rum Runner' |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Flower Color | Goldenyellow |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Slow growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
| Mature Size | 25 cm |
| Native Area | Agave isthmensis |
| Resistance | 3.9°C (25°F) |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Agave isthmensis 'Rum Runner' is a succulent plant with rosettes of leaves that have a dramatic contrast of golden-yellow stripes. The plant can reach a height of 25 cm and produces numerous offsets at the base to form dense clumps. This variety of agave has its origin in Agave isthmensis and belongs to the Asparagaceae family.
Growth Rate
Agave Rum Runner has a slow growth rate.
Flowering
This one-of-a-kind succulent blooms in the spring and produces golden-yellow flowers.
Watering and Feeding
For the first month or two, water Agave 'Rum Runner' every 4-5 days. Once they mature, water 2-3 times every month during the summer, or more if you stay in a low desert area. During the growing season, fertilize every two weeks with a standard liquid fertilizer.
Soil
This agave species grows best in well-drained soil. Use regular succulent or cacti potting soil.
Hardiness
It prefers warm spring and summer temperatures and belongs to the hardiness zone of 9b to 11b.
Light
Agave Rum Runner grows best when exposed to full to light shade sun exposure. A window facing south or southeast is ideal.
Propagation
This succulent is easily propagated from offshoots. It is the quickest and most reliable method of producing agave plants.
Agave 'Rum Runner' is a great option for a houseplant. It looks adorable in a brightly lit area or when planted outdoors in a container garden.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Agave isthmensis |
| Common Name | Agave 'Rum Runner' |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Flower Color | Goldenyellow |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Slow growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
| Mature Size | 25 cm |
| Native Area | Agave isthmensis |
| Resistance | 3.9°C (25°F) |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |