Agave Applanata Cream Spike

Agave applanata 'Cream Spike' is a striking dwarf agave known for its compact, symmetrical rosettes and bold variegation. Its blue-green leaves are accented by creamy white to pale yellow margins and fine, evenly spaced spines. With its tidy growth habit and vibrant coloration, this cultivar is ideal for succulent arrangements, rock gardens, or container displays.

Main Characteristics:

• Foliage: Blue-green leaves with creamy white margins

• Growth Habit: Compact, symmetrical rosette; slow-growing

• Size: Grows up to 15–25 cm tall and 20–30 cm wide

• Spines: Small, subtle spines along the margins and a short terminal spine

• Common Names: Cream Spike, White Agave

• Hardiness: Light frost tolerant; best protected from extreme cold

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers full sun to bright, indirect light; ideal for outdoor beds or sunny windowsills

• Watering: Low water needs; allow soil to dry completely between waterings

• Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix is essential

• Temperature: Protect from prolonged frost; best grown in warm, dry conditions

• Fertilizer: Light feeding during spring and summer can support healthy growth

• Container Friendly: Excellent choice for small pots and decorative containers

The Last photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. Plants will be shipped as bare root.

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