Hechtia marnier-lapostollei
FALSE AGAVE
Bromeliaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
0.2m
Plant habit
 
0.4m

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Origins: Mexico

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Hechtia marnier-lapostollei
FALSE AGAVE
Bromeliaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline
0.2m
Plant habit
 
0.4m

FEATURES

Flowers: purple

Flowering Time: early winter to late winter

Leaves: grey-blue or grey-green

Bark & Stems: spiny leaves


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, contemporary & dry style designs

Uses: informal edging, barrier, pot, groundcovers

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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