Agave Gypsophila

There are many hundreds of species of Agaves, most which are either very rare or still rather unobtainable.And of the several hundred that are more readily available, most are moderate to pretty large plants.If one's first experiences with Agaves included...

Too much shade or soil that is too moist and drains poorly can cause the plant's roots to rot. Desert plants like succulents, cacti and agave are especially susceptible to root rot if they are planted in the wrong conditions.

The majority of the roots are surface roots and do not require a deep hole if planted when young.Check your soil for drainage, or if planting in heavy clay soils amend the soil with sand or grit.

As I began to think about all my favorite succulents in my collection, I began to realize that a large proportion of them are the variegated ones.Just about any plant can potentially have variegation, and in many this feature denotes one of genetic weakness...

In a previous article I introduced the reader to the basics of Agave culitvation and a few of the more common species of Agave. In a previous article I introduced the reader to the basics of Agave cultivation and a few of the more common species of Agave.In...

I have no luck killing these (all 10s so far) even with the most severe forms of abuse, so I classify these as super easy succulents.They just need tons of light, some water, and draining soil.I have an article on these plants you might want to check...

It contains compounds such as 8-hexadecenoic acid, palmitic acid, 3-heptadecanone, methyl pentacosanoate and stearic acid. The species first attracted attention in 1954 in India as it was incorporated into many Ayurvedic tonics and used as an aphrodisiac.

But suckers can also be a large garden nuisance (aka weed), particularly in those species that can sucker yards and yards from the parent plant. In general, these are not easy plants to overwater as are many other succulents, but some exceptions exist.

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It dissolves easily in a large variety of beverage applications. Use it for signature drinks at your bar or beverage service, including top shelf margaritas, bellinis, Italian sodas, and beer cocktails.

Easy for your bartenders and mixologists to use, the liter bottle also has an attractive shelf presence. Since agave nectar dissolves quickly, it is great for cold beverages, like iced teas, lemonades, and smoothies.

BUT, if youre lookin for somethin that wont kill you or your kid THIS is the one. Broke him ourselves, he has had riders from 5 years old to 70 years old on him. He is 100 percent sound and there has never been anything wrong with him.

It can be fermented into 'Mescal', a very potent alcoholic drink. Sap from the cut flowering stems is used as a syrup. * Seed - surface sow in a light position, April in a warm greenhouse.

Unlike most which are quite open in habit and go dormant in late summer, this new variety has a much more compact, refined looking form and looks great in the garden all season. It forms a uniform, very densely branched, rounded clump of grey-green foliage...

It can be fermented into 'Mescal', a very potent alcoholic drink. Sap from the cut flowering stems is used as a syrup. * Seed - surface sow in a light position, April in a warm greenhouse.

Baby's Breath also makes an excellent dried flower. The plants remain very tidy and uniform over the season, making great garden plants. A new look in Gypsophila! We are incredibly impressed with the compact, tightly mounded habit of this variety of Baby's...

This annual gypsophila produces clusters of bright white flowers in a spray arrangement that looks attractive as filler in both gardens and bouquets.

From David Salman of High Country Gardens. ‘Sunspot' is presumed to be more tender than its hardy parent. This small scale Agave is a yellow margined sport of A. Dark blue-green glaucous leaves have creamy yellow margins and form a rigid rosette only...

In reality, Agaves bloom after 15-20 years, and the main crown dies after blooming. Rigid and thick lanceolate leaves are very long and narrow, measuring about 18” long by just 1” wide.

In reality, Agaves bloom after 15-20 years, and the main crown dies after blooming. ‘Ivory Curls' is a variegated form of A. You'll notice a faint green coloration where the margins and the centers overlap.

In reality, Agaves bloom after 15-20 years, and the main crown dies after blooming. The common name "Century Plant" is alluding to the belief that it takes 100 years to bloom. The unique shape of 'Stingray' is similar to 'Monterrey Frost', but with creamy...

In reality, Agaves bloom after 15-20 years, and the main crown dies after blooming. The common name "Century Plant" is alluding to the belief that it takes 100 years to bloom. A yellow-edge form of Agave americana that's sure to be an architectural focal...

When the plant reaches maturity, it produces an incredibly tall flower spike that can reach heights of 20 feet. This species is often described as the most beautiful of all Agaves, but with so many gorgeous specimens out there, how can you pick just one...

The plant habit is somewhat contained and makes a neat appearance in baskets and borders, as well as an excellent filler in combo planters. This award winner produces a profusion of tiny 1/4" single or double blooms on compact plants.

In reality, Agaves bloom after 15-20 years, and the main crown dies after blooming. The common name "Century Plant" is alluding to the belief that it takes 100 years to bloom. This graceful, broad form of Agave grows relatively quickly to form a solitary...

Hardy to around 25° F and a little lower for short duration's. The dramatic, architectural structure of Agave Lurida Variegated make it a stunning choice for a variety of situations.