Agave 'Frosty Blue'

This graceful, broad form of Agave grows relatively quickly to form a solitary rosette of short, broad, cupped leaves lined with small teeth and tipped with steel grey, terminal spines. Its distinctive powdery grey color has almost a turquoise cast to it according to Sean Hogan, owner of Cistus Nursery where this plant originated.

This is one of the most cold hardy Agaves, tolerating temperatures as low as 5°F.

At the end of its lifecycle, a majestic 10-14 foot spire carries interesting greenish yellow flowers.

The common name "Century Plant" is alluding to the belief that it takes 100 years to bloom. In reality, Agaves bloom after 15-20 years, and the main crown dies after blooming.

Latin Name: Agave ovatifolia ‘Frosty Blue’

Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-drained soil. Very drought tolerant once established and will need little to no supplemental watering during the summer season, though a bit of summer water speeds growth.

Hardiness: Hardy to approx. 0º F, possibly lower with great drainage.

Size at Maturity: 3-4 ft. in height by 6 ft. wide

Bloom Time: early spring through summer every 50 or 100 years or so

Pests & Diseases: Not bothered by pests or diseases.

USDA Zone: 7a-11

Sold in 6" pot