Agave parrasana

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Agave parrasana, commonly known as the Cabbage Head Agave, features short and erect, powder-blue leaves. The broad and fleshy leaves are held as a rosette and have spines along their edges. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and 75 cm wide. Agave parrasana is commonly used as an attractive feature in modern gardens, particularly when planted in clusters or used to contrast with other colours and forms. It is also ideal for mixed plantings, rock gardens, growing in a container, or including in Mediterranean garden themes.

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Suited to regions:	Alpine, Temperate
Plant type:	Succulents
Height:	60 cm
Spread:	75 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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Agave parrasana Details

Agave parrasana, commonly known as the Cabbage Head Agave, features short and erect, powder-blue leaves. The broad and fleshy leaves are held as a rosette and have spines along their edges. Mature plants may produce a flower spike that can reach up to 4 m in length which bears clusters of yellow flowers flushed with purple-red. Ignoring the flowering stem, it typically grows to 60 cm tall and 75 cm wide, performing best when planted in full sun with a well-drained soil. It is very tolerant of dry conditions, cool climates, and will tolerate moderate frost. Agave parrasana is commonly used as an attractive feature in modern gardens, particularly when planted in clusters or used to contrast with other colours and forms. It is also ideal for mixed plantings, rock gardens, growing in a container, or including in Mediterranean garden themes.