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Rough-Leaved Agave
Agave scabra

Agave scabra has thick, wide leaves that have a rough texture on the back side and end in a strong terminal spine. A good option if you don't have room for Agave americana. Takes full sun and is drought tolerant.

  • Plant type: Succulent
  • Maintenance level: Low
  • Water requirement: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full
  • Height range: 2–6 Feet
  • Width range: 2–6 Feet
  • Canopy value: 13 ft²
  • Growth rate: Slow
  • Seasonal habit: Evergreen
  • Flower color: Yellow
  • Flower season: Summer
  • General foliage color: Grey, Green
  • Design style: Pollinator Plants, Thorns/Spines
  • Hardiness cold tolerance: 10 °F
  • Soil preference: Rocky, Well Drained, Dry
  • Native location: Northeastern Mexico at elevations of 3600 to 5700'
  • PH preference: Alkaline/Basic, Neutral
  • USDA hardiness zone: 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b

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