Posted by Sunset, September 25, 2009 in Ornamentals
By Jim McCausland, Sunset Magazine
Just plant it in gritty, fast-draining soil and it should survive a winter that would take out all other agaves. The principle (which is the same for many plants) is that it can handle the cold as long as its roots don't have to contend with constantly soggy soil.
Expect it to grow about a foot tall, and to produce offsets that extend its width to 15 or 20 inches in the ground. This is also a great pot plant.
Starting December 1st, you can mail-order Agave 'Sunspot' from High Country Gardens in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Or preorder now by mail or phone (800/925-9387).
