Agave potatorum - Butterfly Agave
Regular price $24.00A hybrid dwarf Agave species with a blue/grey tinge and red tips that resemble sharp teeth. Growing in a rosette shape to a maximum of 30cm high and wide makes it perfect for pots, sunny balconies and small gardens.
Shop all Agave or learn more about this genus here or family grouping here.
Current Pot Size: 100mm
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Origin: Mexico and North America
Light: Category 1-2 (please see our blog on plant light requirements)
Soil: Succulent mix (please see our blog on soil requirements)
Fertiliser: As directed on your fertiliser of choice. Fortnightly or monthly during the growing season
Watering: Don't over water, they like to dry out between waterings.
Maintenance: Very little. These plants thrive in hot, dry brightly lit environments. can tolerate shade in very hot climates. Agave plants prefer a rocky or sandy soil as poor soil drainage can lead to root rot.
All plants pictured are considered an accurate representation of the plant you will receive. It represents the rough size, colour and condition. These are plants however and due to changes in climatic conditions and plant variation there will be minor differences.
We are now adding in 'Transport risk' in the product description as some plants are more delicate than others and/or find transport stressful. We will rate in terms of Low, Medium or High risk and discuss specifically to the plant in question. If this information is not provided yet please feel free to reach out via email to ask. Please also note that if plants are sent with new leaves that haven't had the chance to harden off they are susceptible to physical damage in transit as the slightest touch can cause it.
Please note that we use 'Bugs for Bugs' regularly as a preventative control measure for pests. These predatory bugs are administered in vermiculite. This vermiculite is sprinkles onto the leaves and sometimes remains.
