Agave americana - Century Plant

Agave Americana The common name Century Plant arose because it was once thought it took 100 years for the plant to flower. It does not take quite that long, more like 10-25 years. Their striking sculptural form makes them a great specimen or accent plant for winter interest in a garden. This plant is highly salt and heat-tolerant. They are opportunistic when it comes to water, requiring little but growing equally well in humid regions with higher natural rainfall. Easy to grow, adaptive, large plants.   Growth Guide These key details will help you understand how your plant will grow and what conditions bring out its best.      Exposure: Full sun      Mature Height: 5-6 feet      Mature Width: 6-8 feet      Ships: Bare root   Why bare root?   Where To Plant USDA Hardiness Zones show which plants thrive in your climate based on average winter lows. The lower the number, the colder the region. Use the map below to find your zone and choose plants that will grow successfully year after yea