This fast-growing agave has fleshy, arching, light green leaves with generally smooth edges and a stout terminal spine. Although it can tolerate full sun and reflected heat, in the low deserts it looks better in filtered shade. Plant in well-drained soil, in the ground or in containers. It is quite drought tolerant but will also handle regular irrigation. The branched flower stalk has pale yellow flowers and may produce bulbils as well. Offsets from the mother plant keep the population going after the mother plant flowers and dies.
Agave desmettiana (Smooth Agave)
Agave desmettiana
Smooth Agave
This fast-growing agave has fleshy, arching, light green leaves with generally smooth edges and a stout terminal spine. Although it can tolerate full sun and reflected heat, in the low deserts it looks better in filtered shade. Plant in well-drained soil, in the ground or in containers. It is quite drought tolerant but will also handle regular irrigation. The branched flower stalk has pale yellow flowers and may produce bulbils as well. Offsets from the mother plant keep the population going after the mother plant flowers and dies.
| Plant Type | Cactus / Succulent |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 2' - 3' (ft) |
| Spread | 3' - 4' (ft) |
| Spacing | 48 (in) |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Showy |
| Attracts | Wildlife |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Salt |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
This catalog is for reference purposes. Plants may not be available at all times in the nursery. Please check with our store for current availability.
