Description
‘Frostbite’ century plant (Agave xylonacantha) is a striking, slow-growing succulent with green leaves edged in creamy yellow to white. Reddish-orange teeth along the leaf margins create a dramatic outline, making this agave a standout in a container or dry garden display.
Growing Frostbite Agave
Choose full sun to bright partial shade and a very fast-draining, gritty soil mix. Allow the root zone to dry between deep waterings. In Alabama, winter rain and poorly drained clay are often harder on agaves than a brief dry cold spell, so raised beds or containers are useful. Protect potted plants from prolonged freezes and avoid letting water collect in the rosette during cold weather.
Growth: Slow-growing rosette that needs room for its sharp leaf teeth. Uses: Architectural container specimen or protected xeriscape planting. Handle with gloves and keep away from walkways where the spines could catch someone.
