Agave victoriae-reginae

Queen Victoria’s agave
Queen Victoria’s agave. No irrigation once established. Great in pots. Unmatched graphic appeal, sculptural look. Slow growth. Generally solitary.
Agave victoriae-reginae
height 10–14in
width 12–16in
tolerates Cold, Drought, Deer , Heat, Pots, Rooftops, Neglect, Wind
water
needs		 Lowest
water
info		 Agave plants are extremely drought tolerant, and many need no supplemental irrigation in coastal California. They will, however, look better and grow faster if they are given additional water, especially during summer.
hardy
to		 0F
exposure Part Sun – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
fertilizing All Purpose 1/2 Strength, Low Needs
origin NC Mexico
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 10–24

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Outdoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

Almost all agave, including this one, are monocarpic, meaning that a head will grow larger and larger over time, building up energy, then send off a spectacular flower, after which it will decline and die. With pupping varieties, like this one, they grow from stolons at the base, constantly replacing the older bloomed-out heads with new ones, which then grow larger and flower, continuing the life cycle.
This is an excellent choice for a pot, being a small agave that will perform well longterm. Sometimes they get very rootbound, and it can be beneficial to bottom water, setting them in a saucer of water for a day.

Special Interest

This agave makes an excellent ‘home defense’ tool when planted along a fence line or beneath windows.