Parry's Agave
Agave parryi
Parry's agave is particularly decorative and features distinctive leaf impressions. Also try A. macroacantha, A. neomexicana, and A. parryi v. truncata.
THE BASICS
Type: Succulent
Sun: Full sun
Hardiness: 15°F
Water: Very Low
Native to: Arizona, Chihuahuan Desert
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: 2 feet
Mature Width: 2 feet
Mature Form: Compact rosette
FOLIAGE
Evergreen
Color: Gray-green
Texture: Coarse
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Bright yellow
Season: summer
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: Sharp tips
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert (artichoke agave)
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert (artichoke agave)