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Agave Tequilana (tequila agave)

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Agave tequilana (tequila agave)

Sun: full sun

Water: Typical water needs for a succulent

Temperature: Zone 9b from 25° F to 30° F (-3.9° C to -1.1° C) to Zone 10b from 35° F to 40° F (1.7° C to 4.4° C)

Winter Survival: Not cold hardy

Propagation: offsets

Flower: in the summer

Flower Type: Green, purple

Toxic: Can be toxic to humans and animals

Dormant: winter

Space Requirement: Outdoors

Common Problems: No major pests, Plants may rot if overwatered


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Basc Care for Agave tequilana (tequila agave)

Watering

Can you water your succulent more than what its need? The answer is yes and no. In extreme conditions, you can water your plants more often when you notice the soil is completely dry.

One simple tip for you is that you can use some online apps to check the soil status before you go water your succulents. I would recommend the ThePlantsCheck app, it has some nice features there.

Fertilizing

Only feed this succulent during its active growing seasons which means no information. Use the right fertilizer applied in the right amounts. Applying half-strength balanced fertilizer every month or so is recommended for optimal results.

Do not fertilize during winter as the plant is dormant.

Sun & Location Requirements for "blue agave (agave azul), tequila agave"

Agave tequilana (tequila agave) needs at least six hours of direct sunlight every day in order to be healthy and happy. Place your succulent outdoors or near a sunny window, and check its leaves regularly – they should be bright green and firm. If the leaves start to look weak or pale, it's an indication that the succulent isn't getting enough sun.

As per this succulent profile, it is only able to stay healthy when the environment temperature is above the range of zone 9b from 25° F to 30° F (-3.9° C to -1.1° C).

When temperatures drop below freezing, it is important to take precautions to protect Agave tequilana (tequila agave) from the cold. Insulating and providing adequate drainage for the plant are key elements in helping it survive winter weather. Wind and sun exposure should also be minimized to prevent frost damage.

Any succulents in the group will need a large space to grow. You should place your pot outdoor. Since this plant needs a lot of space than other succulents, you should consider not planting them together with other succulents/plants.

Agave tequilana (tequila agave) also benefits from some indirect light throughout the day as well, so make sure you give it enough space to soak up light without becoming too exposed to heat.

Propagation

Offsets are an easy and reliable way to propagate succulents, like Agave tequilana (tequila agave). With just a few simple steps, you can get a brand-new plant from an existing one.

Toxicity

Agave tequilana (tequila agave)

The toxicity of Agave can vary depending on the individual species, but all species are potentially dangerous if ingested. Symptoms of poisoning may include vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea and dizziness. If you believe someone has ingested parts of Agave tequilana (tequila agave), seek medical help immediately.

Pests and Diseases

Agave tequilana (tequila agave) is not affected too much by common pests and diseases like most of the other succulents.

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