Agave parryi, Parry's agave red The blue flowers bloom spring

The blue flowers bloom spring to summer

It is best to infrequently deep soak this plant for the first two years to establish deep roots

Elastic at the wrist gives you a better fit

not showy Flowering Months Spring

You can prune back vigorous vertical shoots that outline the plant

Agave parryi, Parry's agave red The blue flowers bloom springParry's agave Family Name Asparagaceae Species Name Agave parryi Common Name Parry's agave Native to Mexico Plant Type Succulent Height x Width 2 3 x 3 4 Growth Habit Rosette with a rounded, spreading form Growth Rate Slow Sun Exposure Full sun Water Requirement Very low, drought tolerant Soil Type Slightly acidic, sandy or gravelly Flower Color Yellow, greenish yellow Flowering Months Late winter early spring, though variable Evergreen Deciduous