Agave parryi Century plant (Agavaceae) Evergreen perennial

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Agave parryi
Century plant
Evergreen perennial
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The Agave parryi plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Arizona to New Mexico. It is a member of the Agavaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Century plant.

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Latin Name:  Agave parryi
Common Name:  Century plant
Family:  Agavaceae
Author:  Engelm.

Known Hazards:  The plants have a very sharp and tough spine at the tip of each leaf. They need to be carefully sited in the garden.

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Semi-arid land, 1300 - 2400 metres, often experiencing snow in winter with temperatures as low as -18°c for short periods[181].

Propagation Notes: Seed - surface sow in a light position, April in a warm greenhouse. The seed usually germinates in 1 - 3 months at 20°c[133]. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots of well-drained soil when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in a sunny position in the greenhouse until they are at least 20cm tall. Plant out in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts, and give some protection from the cold for at least their first few winters[K]. Offsets can be potted up at any time they are available. Keep in a warm greenhouse until they are well established[200].

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