A stunning and striking architectural plant that suits modern garden designs, or desert and cactus styles, especially when planted up in a metallic pot.
This tough succulent really thrives in neglect. It is a striking specimen, very slow growing, yet long lasting.
Also known as the Century Plant as it was thought to flower every hundred years, it may actually flower after 20 -30 years - unleashing huge 3-5m tall flower spikes in a last act of bravado, as they die after flowering. However, there are normally lots of 'pups' around the sides by then, which immediately take its place.
Grow in a very free-draining mix with plenty of sand or gravel (up to 50% mix with compost).
Warning - the leaves have very spiky tips, and some smaller ones on leaf margins. Handle with care. Avoid places where children or pets may brush against them.
Supplied as a 5 year old plant in a 3.5L pot, 30-40cm tall.
Beware of spines on leaf tips.
Warning - the leaves have very spiky tips, and some smaller ones on leaf margins. Handle with care and wear gloves. Do not plant where children or pets may brush against them.
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