This agave is an eye-catching sight with its artichoke-like shape and its bright blue-gray leaves with pointed spines along the ridges. A long, dark spike is located at the tip of each leaf. Its growth is slow, but it can reach up to four feet in width. In the summer, mature plants may produce yellow flowers. Once it has flowered, the mother plant will die but its offsets will continue to grow.
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Care and Propagation Information
Adding Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave” to a rock or container garden can bring an interesting and long-term element to the landscape. This type of agave takes up to 10 years to reach maturity and can grow quite large when fully developed.
Watering
“Artichoke Agave” should be watered using the “soak and dry” method, where the soil is allowed to completely dry out between waterings. This is the typical watering approach for succulents.
Where to Plant
Agave parryi truncata cannot survive in temperatures below 10°F (-12.2°C), so it is recommended to put this succulent in a container and bring it indoors if you live in an area with colder climates. It should also be placed under a grow light for optimal growth.
Put a plant in a location in your garden that receives 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
How to Propagate Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave”
Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave” can be reproduced by taking cuttings from the parent plant.
To cultivate “Artichoke Agave” from offsets, use a clean, sharp knife or scissors. Separate an offshoot from the mother plant, and let it heal for a few days before placing it in a soil that drains well. Make sure to water it only when the soil is completely dry.
Warning: Plant Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave” with care, as it is deer-resistant but the sharp points at the end of the leaves and the sap can be dangerous to humans and animals.
Care and Propagation Information
General Care for Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave”
Watering
“Artichoke Agave” should be watered using the “soak and dry” method, where the soil is allowed to completely dry out between waterings. This is the typical watering approach for succulents.
Where to Plant
Agave parryi truncata cannot survive in temperatures below 10°F (-12.2°C), so it is recommended to put this succulent in a container and bring it indoors if you live in an area with colder climates. It should also be placed under a grow light for optimal growth.
Put a plant in a location in your garden that receives 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
How to Propagate Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave”
Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave” can be reproduced by taking cuttings from the parent plant.
To cultivate “Artichoke Agave” from offsets, use a clean, sharp knife or scissors. Separate an offshoot from the mother plant, and let it heal for a few days before placing it in a soil that drains well. Make sure to water it only when the soil is completely dry.
Warning: Plant Agave parryi truncata “Artichoke Agave” with care, as it is deer-resistant but the sharp points at the end of the leaves and the sap can be dangerous to humans and animals.
FAQ
Does agave take 10 years to mature?
It takes around 7 years for Blue agave (Agave tequilana) to reach maturity and be harvested in order to make tequila.
Is Artichoke Agave a succulent?
This majestic plant can grow up to 6 feet long, and the older leaves have a graceful arching shape, enhancing the beauty of any garden.
How long does an Artichoke Agave take to grow?
It may take a decade for Artichoke Agave to fully mature and produce its flower stalk, however, the wait is worth it.
How fast does Artichoke Agave grow?
How big does an Artichoke Agave plant get?
approximately 2-3 feet in height