Sunset®: 11-13,18-21
USDA: 9-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 17°F ( -8°C)
Heat Tolerance: One of the most heat resistant Agave for the low desert
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Hills of Arizona (USA)
Growth Habits: Solitary succulent rosette, 3 feet tall (90 cm), 5 feet in diameter (1.5 m); green leaves
Watering Needs: Little to no water when established
Propagation: Seeds, offsets, bulbils
Blooming Habits:
The golden yellow flowers of the Agave chrysantha are organized in a 6 to 12 feet tall panicle (2 to 3.5 m). They have a noticeable coconut smell.
Culture:
The Agave chrysantha is susceptible to the Agave snout weevil in Phoenix.
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