American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul
American Aloe - Agave americana azul

The Blue Agave americana is also known as American Aloe and originates in Mexico. Despite the name 'American Aloe', it does not belong to the family of aloe! The Century Plant belongs to the family of Agavaceae and the flower stalks may reach a height of 8m.

Growth Rate

Agave americana is a very attractive garden plant but it does take about 6 to 8 years to mature and reach its maximum height. Hence, making it a slow grower.

Flowering

When the plant flowers from March to June, you will have the pleasure of seeing greenish-yellow colored flowers blooming.

Watering and Feeding

Agave americana requires very little watering. This agave stores water in its leaves so that it can survive during droughts or famine. When the plant is actively growing, feed it with a liquid fertilizer every two weeks.

Soil

Slightly acidic soil is a must. If you are in a climate where acidic soil is not a possibility, arrange for gritty soil. Make the soil well drained even before you plant the succulent.

Hardiness

The plant is hardy to about -9° C to -12° C and has a hardiness zone of 8 to 11. American Aloe can survive low temperatures but it cannot survive frost.

Light

No matter what you do or how busy you are, be sure to place Agave americana in full sunlight!

Propagation

While propagation takes place through the seeing method, propagating Agave americana can be a bit of a challenge. The seeding method will take around 3 months.

Fun Fact: Agave americana is the only plant out of the family that is known to produce more than 20 gallons of nectar every week!

Bloom Season Late spring to summer
Botanical Name Agave americana
Common Name American Aloe
Common Name American Aloe, American Agave, Century plant
Dormancy Winter
Family Asparagaceae
Flower Color Greenish yellow
Growth Habit Rosette
Mature Size 3 to 6 feet
Native Area Mexico
Resistance 18°f

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05/08/2020
Jennifer D.

The best packaged plant I've gotten so far...

The best packaged plant I've gotten so far, thank you!!

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07/10/2020
Kjpeterson2 H.

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01/17/2019
Linda P.

Beautiful!

Beautiful!

MV
03/29/2022
Marcie V.
United States United States

Blue Agave

We ordered four agaves and they showed up promptly, well packaged, and in great shape. We have yet to plant them outdoors but are hopeful we can make them work here in zone seven if we protect them during the coldest days of winter.

GK
04/04/2022
Goro K.
United States United States

Just like the picture

Quick delivery.

American Aloe - Agave americana azul

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Depending on the species and season, you will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase.

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The Blue Agave americana is also known as American Aloe and originates in Mexico. Despite the name 'American Aloe', it does not belong to the family of aloe! The Century Plant belongs to the family of Agavaceae and the flower stalks may reach a height of 8m.

Growth Rate

Agave americana is a very attractive garden plant but it does take about 6 to 8 years to mature and reach its maximum height. Hence, making it a slow grower.

Flowering

When the plant flowers from March to June, you will have the pleasure of seeing greenish-yellow colored flowers blooming.

Watering and Feeding

Agave americana requires very little watering. This agave stores water in its leaves so that it can survive during droughts or famine. When the plant is actively growing, feed it with a liquid fertilizer every two weeks.

Soil

Slightly acidic soil is a must. If you are in a climate where acidic soil is not a possibility, arrange for gritty soil. Make the soil well drained even before you plant the succulent.

Hardiness

The plant is hardy to about -9° C to -12° C and has a hardiness zone of 8 to 11. American Aloe can survive low temperatures but it cannot survive frost.

Light

No matter what you do or how busy you are, be sure to place Agave americana in full sunlight!

Propagation

While propagation takes place through the seeing method, propagating Agave americana can be a bit of a challenge. The seeding method will take around 3 months.

Fun Fact: Agave americana is the only plant out of the family that is known to produce more than 20 gallons of nectar every week!

Bloom Season Late spring to summer
Botanical Name Agave americana
Common Name American Aloe
Common Name American Aloe, American Agave, Century plant
Dormancy Winter
Family Asparagaceae
Flower Color Greenish yellow
Growth Habit Rosette
Mature Size 3 to 6 feet
Native Area Mexico
Resistance 18°f

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Filter Reviews:
JD
05/08/2020
Jennifer D.

The best packaged plant I've gotten so far...

The best packaged plant I've gotten so far, thank you!!

KH
07/10/2020
Kjpeterson2 H.

This review has no content.

This review has no content.

LP
01/17/2019
Linda P.

Beautiful!

Beautiful!

MV
03/29/2022
Marcie V.
United States United States

Blue Agave

We ordered four agaves and they showed up promptly, well packaged, and in great shape. We have yet to plant them outdoors but are hopeful we can make them work here in zone seven if we protect them during the coldest days of winter.

GK
04/04/2022
Goro K.
United States United States

Just like the picture

Quick delivery.

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