Agave Franzosinii

Agave franzosinii

Common Name: Franzosinii Agave
Scientific Name: Agave franzosinii

Description:

• Type: Evergreen succulent
• Height: Grows 6-10 feet tall, with a spread of 8-12 feet; forms an imposing, symmetrical rosette
• Leaves: Long, broad, and slightly curved, with a powdery bluish-gray color; leaf edges are lined with sharp spines and a prominent dark terminal spine
• Flowers: Rarely blooms; when mature, it produces a massive flower stalk reaching 15-20 feet tall with yellow-green flowers
• Growth Speed: Slow to moderate-growing; long-lived

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Requires full sun; tolerates partial shade in very hot climates
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils; intolerant of waterlogged conditions
• Watering: Extremely 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 temperatures
• Humidity: Performs best in arid or semi-arid climates; does not thrive in overly humid conditions
• Hardiness: Adaptable to heat and drought, making it ideal for xeriscaping

Special Features:

• One of the largest agave species, making it a bold and dramatic focal point in landscapes
• Striking bluish-gray foliage adds architectural interest to gardens
• Low-maintenance and exceptionally drought-resistant, suitable for challenging environments