Agave potatorum
Common name: Butterfly agave
Description: Agave potatorum is a compact, beautifully formed agave with broad, blue-grey to blue-green leaves arranged in an elegant rosette. The leaf margins carry attractive reddish-brown teeth and the terminal spine is notably dark and prominent, adding to its ornamental appeal. Native to the highlands of Mexico, it is more tolerant of cooler, damp conditions than many agaves and makes a superb container specimen or focal point in a sheltered border.
Other benefits: excellent for containers, architectural specimen, drought tolerant, low maintenance, deer resistant
Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 0.6m x 0.8m
Position: Full sun to partial shade; sheltered from severe frost; benefits from winter protection
Soil pH: Neutral; tolerates a range of well-drained soils
Moisture: Drought tolerant once established; requires good drainage; more tolerant of moisture than many agaves
Winter hardiness: Cold hardy to approximately -8°C with good drainage
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On order. 2-3 weeks.
Agave potatorum
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These plants are from Tuscany and are shipped to order so have a lead time of 2-3 weeks.
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