How To Care For and Grow Succulent Agave Plants

Agave plants planted in the landscape

Agave (a-GAH-vee) is a perennial succulent that’s native to Mexico. It’s found in arid regions in the Caribbean and the Americas. The genus Agave, of the family Asparagaceae, contains over 200 species. Most of these species have a wide range of economical importance. Agave americana is one of the most popular species, commonly known as: … Read more

Agave Parryi Care – Growing The Mescal Agave

Beautiful rosette of Agave Parryi - Mescal Agave

Coming from the arid regions of Arizona and New Mexico, Agave Parryi [a-GAH-vee, PAIR-ree-eye] is a slow-growing succulent plant with a rosette of grey-green leaves. The plant may reach close to 3’ feet in diameter, but most household plants stay a bit smaller. It’s a compact succulent needing lots of sunshine. The plant has a … Read more