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Botanical Name: Agave hybrida Blue Ember
Mature Size: 1.5-2ft H, 2-3ft W
Light Requirement: Sun to Partial Shade
Water Need: Very Low
Cold Hardiness: Zone 9 (20 to 25F) to 11 (above 40F)
Description: Cultivar. Smoky blue-gray leaves edged in dark red to purple margins, tipped with matching spines. Tight symmetrical rosette. Monocarpic (dies after flowering) but produces moderate offsets. Flower spike, at 8-12 years, can reach 8-10 feet tall. Yellow to coral-tinged blooms attract pollinators. Best with sharp drainage; benefits from afternoon shade in extreme heat. Requires protection from hard freezes; prolonged winter moisture. Ideal for containers, small urban gardens, or modern xeric designs.