Queen Victoria Agave (Agave victoriae-reginae) - 10 seeds

The queen of agaves! An incredible plant. When first glimpsed it does not look real, but like an artichoke carved out of green stone! A great container plant that is cold-hardy enough to be used in Southern landscapes. A. Victoria-reginae is a very slow growing but tough and beautiful Agave. It is consider the to be one of the most beautiful and desirable species. Forms individual slow growing dense rosettes up to 18 inches (45 cm) in diameter, but usually rarely grows taller than 9 inches (22 cm). Most populations are solitary, but some offset heavily (forma caespitosa).

HOW TO GROW?

It requires well-drained soil and light shade to full sun exposure, but they prefer some afternoon shade during the hottest summer month to avoid being fried by the sun. It should be kept relatively dry in winter or dormant season with minimum temperatures above zero to obtain good results. Still, it will tolerate quite low temperatures ( -10° C), particularly when dry. To give this marvelous plant vigor and life, water well during spring and summer and let it become barely moist between waterings. Along the coast or in areas where there are no frosts, these plants may be cultivated with success outdoors where their beauty is better observed. In cold climates, it is advisable to cultivate these plants in pots to protect them during the winter in dry, fresh rooms. Requires good ventilation and avoid over-watering. Fertilizer: Feed only twice a year, once in April and once in July with a water-soluble potassium-rich fertilizer.