Agave Ovatifolia (Whale's Tongue Agave)

Common Name: Whale's Tongue Agave
Scientific Name: Agave ovatifolia

Description:

• Type: Evergreen succulent
• Height: Grows 2-3 feet tall, with a spread of 4-6 feet; forms a compact, symmetrical rosette
• Leaves: Broad, thick, and ovate with a bluish-gray color; smooth edges with small, soft teeth and a pronounced terminal spine
• Flowers: Rarely blooms, but when mature, it produces a tall flower stalk up to 10-14 feet with yellow to greenish flowers
• Growth Speed: Slow to moderate-growing, highly durable in various conditions

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to light partial shade
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils; tolerant of poor soil conditions
• Watering: Extremely drought-tolerant; water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry completely between waterings
• Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 7-11; tolerates frost and freezing temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C)
• Humidity: Performs well in dry climates; resistant to humidity if soil is well-drained
• Hardiness: Heat, drought, and cold-resistant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens

Special Features:

• Distinctive broad, bluish-gray leaves make it an architectural focal point in landscapes
• Exceptionally drought- and frost-resistant, suitable for challenging climates
• Low-maintenance and long-lived, ideal for xeriscapes and modern gardens