Foxtail Agave

Foxtail Agave Agave attenuata

What is the plant

Foxtail Agave invites you to give it a home in your garden or living space. It has the advantage of creating the ideal landscaping focal point where the green leaves form a rosette with an arching back resembling a big, open flower. It is a low-maintenance, attractive succulent that will surely bring a touch of beauty to your space.

Agave attenuata is a small, perennial succulent that grows to a height and width of up to 3 feet (90 cm). This plant is native to Mexico and has a rosette of spiky, blue-green leaves and produces tall, yellow flower spikes in the summertime, its main identification features.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

12°C - 21°C

Hardiness zone

9a - 12

Difficulty

Easy

Water
This Agave should only be watered when the soil is completely dry, which is around once every 2 weeks. Water deeply and allow the excess water to drain away.
Sunlight
These plants should be placed in an area that receives full sun for at least six hours per day.
Fertilizer
Fertilize it once every two months with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.

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Soil
The plant prefers soil that is well-draining and has a slightly acidic pH. A cactus and succulent potting mix is ideal for this plant.
Pruning
Agave attenuata should not need to be pruned as it can potentially damage the plant, but if necessary, prune away any dead or damaged leaves.
Propagation
It can be propagated by seed, stem cuttings, leaf cuttings, or offsets, which can be collected once the plant matures.

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Temperature
Foxtail Agave grows best in temperatures between 55-85 °F (12-29°C).
Container
It grows best in a container slightly larger than the plant's width. The container should be well-draining and should have a few drainage holes at the bottom.
Fun fact
The plant is named after its unique, foxtail-like shape of leaves.
Popularity
4,098 people already have this plant 1,004 people have added this plant to their wishlists