Name: Agave ovatifolia ‘Vanzie’
Description: Attractive, deep channels carve beautiful grey-blue colored leaves, each featuring deep cups. ‘Vanzie’ is part of Rancho Tissue Technologies’ new Rancho Collection.
Hardiness: USDA Hardiness
Zones 8-11.
Culture: Grows up to 4 feet tall and 4 feet wide. Plants form symmetrical clumps. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.
Attributes: Drought tolerant. The species is a good choice for cold climates.
Propagation: Produced by tissue culture for uniformity and consistent availability.
For more: Rancho Tissue Technologies, www.ranchotissue.com.
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