Golden-Flowered Agave
Synonym: Agave palmeri var. chrysantha
Family: Agavaceae
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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 11-13,18-21 USDA: 9-11 Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 17°F ( -8°C) Minimum Avg. Temperature: 50°F (10°C) Heat Tolerance: One of the most heat resistant Agave for the low desert Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Hills of Arizona (USA) Growth Habits: Solitary succulent rosette, 3 feet tall (90 cm), 5 feet in diameter (1.5 m); green leaves Watering Needs: Little to no water when established Propagation: Seeds, offsets, bulbils |
Cultural Practices:
The Agave chrysantha is susceptible to the Agave snout weevil in Phoenix.
Blooming Habits:
The golden yellow flowers of the Agave chrysantha are organized in a 6 to 12 feet tall panicle (2 to 3.5 m). They have a noticeable coconut smell.
References:
Agaves, Yuccas and Related Plants: A gardener guide
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