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AGAVE geminiflora
Commonly known as Century plant, Twin flowered agave
Stiff, narrow, flexible leaves, dark green in colour. Flowers formed in pairs
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - dense, basal rosette of very narrow, linear, smooth, pliable leaves to 60cm (24in) long with fine filaments along the edges
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Red - reddish -
Yellow - yellow-green -
Height - 60cm (24in) -
Spread - 1m (39in)
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Succulent - monocarpic (dies after flowering although can grow for many years before flowering). Can produce offsets
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Full sun -
Additional Features - Architectural interest -
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Pests & Diseases - scale insects on young growth -
Place of origin - Mexico -
Flower Shape - Spikes - - narrow spike reaching 3m (10ft) of up to 1,500 paired flowers
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Trumpet - funnel-shaped to 5cm (2in) long
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Garden Location/Conditions - Patio / pot plants -
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Spring
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Summer
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Winter
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Soil Conditions - Neutral to acid soil -
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
Agave - Growing Guide
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