Century Plant
Elevate your landscape with the striking Century Plant, also known as the Blue American Agave. This resilient succulent boasts large, architectural blue-green leaves, adding dramatic interest to any garden. It thrives in dry, poor, or sandy soils and tolerates extreme heat and humidity, making it ideal for xeriscaping. Its water-storing leaves mean minimal care and no pruning is required. Perfect for rock gardens, groundcover, or container gardening on patios, this plant offers a low-maintenance, visually stunning addition to your outdoor space.
$85.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2374
/ 2989
#2374 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+211%
Above average
Mature Height
46.
/ - ft
Who it's for
- Exceptional Drought Tolerance
- Striking Architectural Presence
- High Pest and Disease Resistance
Who should skip it
- Hazardous Sharp Spines
- Requires Significant Space
- Monocarpic Life Cycle
Key Specs
Mature Height
4-6 ft.
Mature Width
8-10 ft.
Hardiness Zones
8-11 outdoors, 3-11 patio
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Botanical Name
Agave americana
Growth Rate
Slow Growing
Shipping Restriction
Does Not Ship To: AK, AZ, HI
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Features
- Striking blue-gray foliage adds architectural interest
- Highly drought-tolerant and heat resistant
- Adapts well to various soil types
- Low-maintenance; requires no pruning
- Deer resistant
- Ideal for xeriscaping applications
- Suitable for container gardening
- Adds dramatic architectural interest
What customers say
Customers highly value the Century Plant for its inherent hardiness and dramatic architectural appeal, noting the specimens arrive large and mature with healthy root systems. The nursery's shipping practices are generally robust, ensuring successful transplanting. A consistent point of feedback involves minor cosmetic damage, like bent leaf tips, occasionally occurring during transit due to the plant's rigid structure. While this is sometimes expected, it slightly impacts the initial presentation. Overall, the perceived value remains strong, often justified by the convenience and guaranteed quality compared to local options. Responsive customer service effectively addresses any shipping stress, reinforcing trust in the product's quality and vigor.
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