Agave Tequiliana Sunrise

Agave Tequiliana 'Sunrise'

Common Name: Sunrise Blue Agave
Scientific Name: Agave tequiliana 'Sunrise'

Description:

• Type: Evergreen succulent
• Height: Grows 4-6 feet tall, with a spread of 5-7 feet; flower stalks can reach up to 20-30 feet when blooming
• Leaves: Long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves with striking variegation—golden yellow centers surrounded by bluish-green edges; forms a symmetrical rosette
• Flowers: Produces yellow flowers on a towering stalk after 7-15 years, after which the plant dies, leaving offsets (pups) for propagation
• Growth Speed: Moderate-growing, particularly in warm, sunny climates

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; tolerates partial shade in extremely hot climates
• Soil: Requires well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils; intolerant of waterlogged conditions
• Watering: Extremely drought-tolerant; water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry between waterings
• Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 8-11; tolerates heat and light frost but should be protected from prolonged cold
• Humidity: Performs best in arid or semi-arid climates; does not thrive in overly humid conditions
• Hardiness: Adaptable to drought and poor soils, ideal for xeriscaping

Special Features:

• Unique variegation with golden hues makes it a standout ornamental plant
• Iconic architectural rosette form, ideal as a focal point in landscapes or large containers
• Extremely low-maintenance and drought-resistant