Agave desmetiana 'Variegata' (Variegated Smooth Agave) - This is a medium sized upright agave that forms an upright urn-shaped rosette with 3 foot long by 4 inch wide leaves terminating in sharp reddish-brown spines. The leaves are bright green with yellow variegation along the margins. Spines are minute or nonexistent along the margins. It is quick growing and often produces many offsets.
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Agave Desmettiana
What is the plant
It can be invasive in southern Australia.
humidity
Dry
lighting
Full Sun
temperature
10°C - 15°C
hardiness zone
9 - 11
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Smooth agave has low water needs and is fairly drought resistant.
Pruning
Trim the spines off the leaves if the plant is placed in a spot with lots of traffic.
Fertilizer
This plant only needs feeding during the spring and summer months.
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Sunlight
Plant in full sun
Soil
Sandy loam, a commercial cactus potting mix or a succulent potting mix works well.
Temperature
Hardy to around 25° F
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