Fox Tail Agave – Sonwyser – Agave attenuata

R45.00R120.00

Easy to grow and low maintenance

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Description

The leaves of this plant are ovate-acuminate, ranging from light grey to light yellowish green. Unlike some other agaves, these leaves do not have any teeth or terminal spines. The stem of the plant becomes visible as the old leaves fall off. This plant is an excellent choice to use as a focus plant in any garden. 

Family:

Asparagaceae

Genus:

Common Name(s):

Swan's neck, Lion's tail, and Foxtail

Mature Size:

1.5+ meters in height

Origin:

Mexico

Dormancy:

Flower Colours:

Greenish - Yellow on a 3 m flower stalk

Bloom Season:

Autumn - Spring (Monocarpic)

Sun Exposure:

Full sun - Partial shade

Watering:

Every 12 days

Temperatures:

Ideally between 10 - 28+ °C

Toxic:

No, but the sap may cause mild irritation.