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Scarification: None required, soaking the seed for 24h is optional.

Stratification: none required

Germination: Use a very well draining medium containing coarse sand, perlite, peat, coco fiber or a similar medium. Surface sow the seed and cover lightly with a thin layer (1-2mm or the thickness of the seed) of sand. Gently mist the medium to settle the seed without displacing them. Do not cover pots/sowing trays with plastic or glass. Ideal temps are 75-90F during the day and 60-70F during the night. Germination should take place within a couple of weeks.

Other: Once seedlings have a few true leaves and are large enough to handle (usually a few months in), pot them individually into small pots with a well-draining succulent mix. Keep in a bright light environment and once established in the new pots, they should be able to take full sun.

Agave palmeriAgave palmeri

Agave palmeri

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Growing Info

Scarification: None required, soaking the seed for 24h is optional.

Stratification: none required

Agave palmeri, or Palmer's century plant, is a striking ornamental species native to southern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, and parts of Mexico, including Sonora and Chihuahua. It holds the distinction of being the largest Agave species growing in the United States, showcasing a magnificent basal rosette of fleshy, upright green leaves reaching up to 120 centimeters (4 feet) in length, each adorned with jagged edges and terminating in formidable spines. In its blooming phase from June to August, this remarkable plant presents pale yellow and green flowers that stretch 4–5 centimeters (1½–2 inches) long, perched on branches sprouting from the upper section of a towering flower spike, which can soar to an impressive height of 5 meters (16 feet). Adaptable and resilient, Agave palmeri thrives in dry, rocky terrains and can withstand temperatures as low as −10 °C, making it a versatile choice for cultivation in a variety of climates. Historically, it has been a vital resource for Native Americans, providing food, drink, fiber, soap, medicine, and materials for making lances.