AGAVE lophantha "quadricolor" 18cm

DESCRIPTIONS:

Agave lophantha quadricolor is a striking, medium size succulent known for its colorful, variegated leaves.  It forms a compact rosettes, with green leaves edges in yellow and a central dark green striped, often with reddish or pink tips when exposed to bright sunlight.  The plant is native to Mexico and Texas and is a popular choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens and containers planting due to its unique appearance and relatively low maintenance. 

Mature Size:  Typically reaches 1-2 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide, forming a slow clumping rosettes. 

Leaves :Green with yellow margins and a central dark green striped.  The leaf edges have sharp spines that can be reddish or pinkish when exposed to bright light.

Coloration:  The unique Coloration, with four distinct colours (green, yellow, dark green, and reddish  or pink), gives the plants its name "Quadricolor".

Flowers:  Produces a tall spikes with greenish-yellow flowers when they matured, after the main rosettes dies, but offsets (pups) will continue to grow. 

Hardiness:  Can tolerate temperatures down to 15 degrees Fahrenheit for short periods, making it relatively cold-hardy for an Agave.

Light and water:  Prefers full sun to light shade and well-drained soil.  Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. 

Other names:  Also known as Quadricolor Century Plant or Agave Univittata Quadricolor.