An impressive succulent with dark green lance shaped leaves margined with fine threads. Max Height 35cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers August to September. Full sun. Min temp 40°F / 5°C.
Agave filifera
An impressive succulent with dark green lance shaped leaves margined with fine threads
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Agave |
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Species | filifera |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | yellow, green |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 35cm |
Family | Agavaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | August, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 40°F / 5°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Keep dry when dormant, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
Border | Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Scale |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Division |
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