USDA: 9b-10
Frost Tolerance: Semi hardy in Phoenix to 25°F ( -4°C)
Heat Tolerance: Resistant in Phoenix with some shade
Sun Exposure: Full sun to shade
Origin: In cultivation only, maybe from Sinaloa (Mexico), maybe from Cuba
Growth Habits: Clumping succulent rosette, up to 3 feet in diameter each (90 cm).
Watering Needs: Moderate to little water
Propagation: Offsets, seeds, bulbils
A form of the Agave desmettiana with yellow margins can be found.
Blooming Habits:
The pale yellow flowers of the Agave desmettiana are organized in a 8 to 10 feet tall panicle (2.5 to 3 m). They come generally on plants older than 8 years.
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