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Artichoke Agave
Agave parryi var. truncata

This Agave can form large clumps of many different size plants of 5 feet or more across. The rate of growth largely depends on the amount of water it gets but always provide good drainage. Plants have a 1" long terminal spine that is very stout so use caution where planting. Plant in full or part sun.

  • Plant type: Succulent
  • Maintenance level: Low
  • Water requirement: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full, Part Sun
  • Height range: 1–2 Feet
  • Width range: 2–4 Feet
  • Growth rate: Slow
  • Flower season: Summer
  • General foliage color: Grey, Green
  • Design style: Hummingbird, Thorns/Spines
  • Hardiness cold tolerance: 15 °F
  • Soil preference: Rocky, Well Drained, Dry
  • Canopy value: 7 ft²
  • Native location: Durango-Zacatecas grasslands of Mexico at elevations of 7500'
  • PH preference: Alkaline/Basic, Neutral
  • USDA hardiness zone: 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b

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