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Bio Facts: Variegated Caribbean Century Plant

Variegated Caribbean Century Plant
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Common Name:

Variegated Caribbean Century Plant

Scientific Name:

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’

Origin:

Mexico

USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:

8-11

Light Requirements:

Full sun to part shade

Soil Requirements:

Low water, well drained soil

Notes:

  • Leaves are green centered with creamy borders
  • Hardy to 20F but may have cold damage if not protected
  • Smaller growing 3’h x 2’w
  • Will pup out a few feet from parent plant
  • Flowers are yellow green, bloom at the end of the plants lifecycle
  • Parent plant will die after blooming.