Agave Blue Glow Century Plant

This plant is shipped Bare root. Our specimen category are plants that are grown in different ways, some of them are grown in pots, some are grown in trays and other are grown directly in our fields, that is why we will ship them bare root. All of our plants are grown under the same conditions, although not all the plants are the same. You will receive a similar plant in size and shape to the ones in the pictures. Our plants are hand-picked and carefully selected to bring you the best quality possible. Please allow us up to 3 business days to process your order. If you wish to receive your order on a specific date, or have special instructions, please add a note at the checkout .

Agave Blue Glow has a common name 'Century Plant.' It has its origin in California and belongs to the Asparagaceae family. The solitary rosette-shaped plant is known to flower rarely. But, when it does, the Century plant looks its best. The leaves are bluish-green and known for their thickness margined by a red-toothed outer line and a thinner yellow line. This winter-dormant species requires full sun exposure to reach a typical height of 18 inches.

Growth Rate

Agave blue glow has a fast growth rate.

How often do century plants bloom?

The flowers of this plant vary in color from green to red. They bloom once in a lifetime and then immediately die.

Watering and Feeding

The Century plant is drought-tolerant. But, it requires regular watering, especially during spring and summer. During winters, watering should be minimal.

Soil

The soil can be slightly acidic and dry for Century plants. The best is to go with rocky and well-drained soil. When planting indoors, ensure that the container is larger than the foliage.

Hardiness

The hardiness zone of these succulents is 9a to 11b, and the frost tolerance is up to -12 ° C (10.4° F).

Light

Agave blue glow grows well in full sun exposure.

Propagation

Propagation of this variety of Agave is not typical. Seed propagation is not ideal, while the mother plant bears no pups. When the plant dies, it is best to buy a new plant.

A full floral Agave ‘Blue Glow’ is rewarding as the flower spikes are elegant. Ideal as a decorative plant indoors and in your garden.

 

 

Blooming Season	Rarely flowers
Common Name	Century plant
Dormancy	Winter
Family	Asparagaceae
Flower	Green to red
Frost Tolerance	-12°c
Growth Rate	Fast growth
Hardiness Zone	9a to 11b
Height	18 in.
Origin	California.
Scientific Name	Agave blue glow 1 Gal. Specimen
Shape	Rosette shape
Sun Exposure	Full sun