Agave americana ~ Blue Agave, American Century Plant multicolored-bloom CC BY-NC-ND 4

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Large panicles of white flattop flower cluster arch from the plant in later spring to summer

Intensely dense blooms of bright orange-scarlet flowers rebloom several times throughout the spring

Airy clusters of tiny greenish-white bell-like flowers bloom on spires from late summer into early fall attracting butterflies

Agave americana ~ Blue Agave, American Century Plant multicolored-bloom CC BY-NC-ND 4The Blue Agave is a succulent plant native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It's known for its large, spiky leaves that are a beautiful blue green color. This plant is very drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping or for gardens in dry climates. One of the most interesting things about the Blue Agave is its life cycle. It grows slowly for many years, storing up energy. Then, after about 10 to 30 years, it sends up a tall