A lovely rosette-forming compact succulent, Agave potatorum 'Marginata' has thick, meaty, pin-point greyish-blue leaves with creamy white edges. Once the plant reaches maturity, a solitary flower spike will produce red-tinged green flowers. works just as well in a statement pot, a mass planting, or in rockeries. around 25 cm high and 50 cm wide.
Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Low
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Soil: loam, sandy, well drained
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: High
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Colour: Bluish green with light green to cream borders and red spikes.
Variegation: Yes
Size: Large
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering:
Flower colour: Green, Red
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Summer
Fruit: Insignificant