Agave Celsii Albicans (White-Centered Smooth Agave)

Common Name: White-Centered Smooth Agave
Scientific Name: Agave celsii 'Albicans'

Description:

• Type: Evergreen succulent
• Height: Grows 1-2 feet tall, with a spread of 2-3 feet; forms a compact, symmetrical rosette
• Leaves: Smooth, soft-textured, and broad, with a silvery-blue to gray-green hue; slightly wavy edges and minimal marginal spines, making it less sharp than many agaves
• Flowers: Rarely blooms, but when mature, it produces a tall flower stalk with greenish-yellow flowers
• Growth Speed: Moderate-growing, ideal for small spaces and container gardening

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to light partial shade
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils; tolerates poor soil conditions if drainage is adequate
• Watering: Drought-tolerant; water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry completely between waterings
• Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 8-11; tolerates light frost but requires protection from prolonged freezing
• Humidity: Performs well in dry to moderate climates; sensitive to overly wet conditions
• Hardiness: Heat- and drought-tolerant, suitable for xeriscaping or low-water gardens

Special Features:

• Silvery-blue foliage adds a striking visual contrast to any landscape or container arrangement
• Low-maintenance and adaptable, perfect for modern, minimalist, or desert gardens
• Soft-textured leaves make it safer for gardens where sharp-edged plants may be a concern