Agave hyb. ‘Blue Ember’
Blue Ember Agave
OVERVIEW:
Agave hybr. ‘Blue Ember’ is a variety we proudly grow from cultivars provided by our partners at Rancho Soledad. An attractive specimen coveted for its burgundy-colored margins and defined leaf imprints, it’s an excellent patio or rock garden specimen guaranteed to dazzle onlookers.
CLASSIFICATION:
Scientific Name: Agave hybr. ‘Blue Ember’
Common Name: ‘Blue Ember’ Agave
Family: Asparagusaceae
Suggested Uses: Xeriscape yards, rock gardens, patio embellishments
CHARACTERISTICS:
Height: 8-12”
Width: 12-18”
Flower: n/a
Monocarpic: no
Fruit: n/a
ENVIRONMENT:
USDA Zone: 8-11
Hardiness: 50F
Sun: Partial sun in zones 9 - 11
Water: low usage once established
Soil: Sandy, rocky well-draining soils