Agave obscura


Description: 

Evergreen succulent forming a solitary rosette to 2-3' tall and wide. Mature plants may produce offsets. During summer months, mature specimens display a stunning, tall spike of dark red flowers. Requires a well drained soil and little water once established. Heat tolerant.

Plant Details
USDA Zone Information: 
7b-11
Family: 
Agavaceae
Flower : 
Red
Ideal Light Conditions: 
Sun to partial shade
Ideal Water Conditions: 
Dry to moderate
Mature Height: 
3 feet
Mature Width: 
3 feet
Latin Name: 
Agave obscura
Common Name: 
Hardy Century Plant

Corporate Clients (The King hangs hard)

Movies:

RoboCop (1987)
RoboCop 2 (1990)
Hot Pursuit (2015)

Television:

USA Network's Queen of the South (2019)

Botanical Gardens:

New York Botanical Gardens
Oklahoma City Zoo/Botanical Gardens
Mercer Arboretum in Houston, Texas
Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Zoos:

Houston, TX Zoo
San Antonio, TX Zoo

Other Clientele:

Houston, TX Rodeo

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