Agave victoriae-reginae
Queen Victoria Agave
Description
One of the best choices for containers or small planting areas. Short stout leaves deep green with white markings form a tight rosette to 18" across. Very slow but long lived. Full sun, water sparingly to maintain form. Native to the Chihuahuan Desert
Plant Type
Succulent
Height Range
Under 1'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple, Red
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation system for breaks, leaks and problems once a month.