Agave romanii 'Shadow Dancer'

Common Name: Century Plant

This succulent will impress you with its petite size and interesting coloration. The newest leaves are pale green with a thin, darker green margin. Over time, the centers will lighten to near-white. Each leaf cups up slightly and is lined with a razor-thin mahogany brown margin. This dark edge really makes the light centers of the leaves pop!

The common name "Century Plant" is alluding to the belief that it takes 100 years to bloom. In reality, Agaves bloom after 15-20 years, and the main crown dies after blooming.

Height:

5.0 Inches

Spread:

7.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

8,9,10

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Slow

Garden Style:

Asian Patio Container Eclectic Formal Modern

Other Features:

Container Drought Tolerant Attractive Foliage Small Miniature

Origin:

Native to North America

Agave is a tender perennial or "temperennial" succulent plant that grows best in full sun. Light afternoon shade is recommended in the hottest parts of the country. Plant in well-drained, dry to average soil in containers just slightly wider than the width of the rosette or plant directly in the ground. In summer when the plants are actively growing, they appreciate a bit of supplemental watering and half-strength fertilizer. They should be grown dry in winter. Agave is a slower grower, so it will not quickly overtake the space it is allotted in the landscape.

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