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Utah Agave
Agave utahensis
Pronunciation: a-GAH-vee yoo-tah-EN-sis
SKU #07417
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when soil is completely dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; clumping rosettes reach 18 in. tall, 16 in. wide.
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| Description | Small, stout Agave with wide, toothed leaves, native to the deserts of Southwestern U.S. Mature plants bloom in late winter, producing clusters of deep yellow flowers arranged along a 6 to 12 ft. tall spike. Spreads slowly, forming clumps. Adds wonderful texture to natural and hillside plantings. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Winter |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Container |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Sedum (Sedum); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe) |
| Care Instructions | Provide lean, sandy, well-drained soils. Once established, water only occasionally during the hot season and avoid heavy winter moisture. Mother plant will die after flowering but offsets will form. Plantlets from flower spike may be replanted. |
| History | Native to the United States' desert southwest, varieties of this species include the Nevada Agave and Kaibab Agave. |
| Lore | Native American peoples, including the Havasupai, used native agave for food, and the fiber was used in weaving blankets and other textiles. |
Details
| Description | Small, stout Agave with wide, toothed leaves, native to the deserts of Southwestern U.S. Mature plants bloom in late winter, producing clusters of deep yellow flowers arranged along a 6 to 12 ft. tall spike. Spreads slowly, forming clumps. Adds wonderful texture to natural and hillside plantings. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Winter |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Sedum (Sedum); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide lean, sandy, well-drained soils. Once established, water only occasionally during the hot season and avoid heavy winter moisture. Mother plant will die after flowering but offsets will form. Plantlets from flower spike may be replanted. |
|---|
History
| History | Native to the United States' desert southwest, varieties of this species include the Nevada Agave and Kaibab Agave. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Native American peoples, including the Havasupai, used native agave for food, and the fiber was used in weaving blankets and other textiles. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Utah Agave produce flowers?
Winter
Is Utah Agave evergreen or deciduous?
Utah Agave is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Utah Agave?
Utah Agave is Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native.
Is Utah Agave resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Utah Agave grow?
Utah Agave has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Utah Agave in my landscape?
Utah Agave is suitable for: Container.
What color are Utah Agave flowers?
Utah Agave produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Utah Agave?
Utah Agave has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Utah Agave?
Good companion plants for Utah Agave include: Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Sedum (Sedum); Red Yucca (Hesperaloe).
How do I care for Utah Agave?
Provide lean, sandy, well-drained soils. Once established, water only occasionally during the hot season and avoid heavy winter moisture. Mother plant will die after flowering but offsets will form. Plantlets from flower spike may be replanted.
What is the history of Utah Agave?
Native to the United States' desert southwest, varieties of this species include the Nevada Agave and Kaibab Agave.
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