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Hi, thanks for watching our video about American Agave!
In this video we will walk you through the history, description, companions, growing preferences and uses of American Agave. Here is quick summary on what we are going to cover in this video:

Latin Name: Agave americana
Common Name: American Agave, Century Plant
Type: Succulent, perennial
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Low water requirements; drought tolerant once established
Frost Tolerant: Hardy to USDA zones 8-11
Height: Typically grows 6-8 feet tall (1.8-2.4 meters), with a spread of 10-12 feet (3-3.7 meters)
Spread: 10-12 feet (3-3.7 meters)
Foliage: Rosettes of thick, fleshy, gray-green leaves with sharp spines along the margins and a terminal spine at the tip
Flowering: Produces a tall flower spike (up to 30 feet or 9 meters) with yellow flowers on mature plants, typically after 10-30 years of growth; monocarpic, meaning the plant dies after flowering
Life Cycle: Perennial, monocarpic
Pollinator Attractant: Bees, hummingbirds
Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil, sandy or rocky soil is ideal; avoid overly wet conditions to prevent root rot
Uses: Ornamental focal point in xeriscapes, arid gardens, or containers; also cultivated for fiber production, tequila, and agave syrup
Special Features: Architectural form, drought tolerant, deer resistant
Maintenance: Low maintenance; remove spent flower stalks after flowering
Growing Tips: Plant in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Protect from extreme cold temperatures in cooler climates.

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