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How to Care for Agave Utahensis
A long-time succulent collector’s favorite, agave utahensis has been in cultivation around the world for decades. In 2002 it received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. Whether it’s in the ground in your drought-tolerant garden or in a pot under artificial lighting, once you understand the basics, it’s an easy plant to care for. Check out my agave utahensis care guide to learn about its soil, water, temperature, nutrient, and light requirements.
Why Agave Utahensis?
Humans have had a relationship with agave utahensis for thousands of years. Thousands of ancient agave roasting pits used by indigenous groups dot the southwest. Early European botanical explorers to the Mojave first formally described it in the late 19th century. And in the present day, varieties eborispina and nevadensis have become internet celebrities sought after by collectors around the world. Check out a video explaining a little bit about why I’ve become a total utahensis nerd.
How Cold Hardy is Agave Utahensis?
Agave utahensis is the northern-most agave species and widely believed to be the most cold hardy, reportedly hardy down to 23c/-9f. In many of it’s habitat it spends months under a blanket of snow in sub-freezing temperatures. And it’s been successfully cultivated in places as cold as USDA hardiness zones 5 and 6. So if you’re looking for a striking succulent to add to your garden, but you’re concerned about winters, check out how cold hardy agave utahensis is.
Habitat Photo Gallery
Agave utahensis grows in some of the most spectacular sand and limestone habitats here in the desert southwest. Found only in sky islands between 4,000 and 6,500 feet of elevation, just getting to a lot of plants is a challenge of it’s own. I spend a lot of time climbing mountains, sweating under the Mojave sun, and battling snow to find new populations and the most interesting individuals I can. Check out some of my favorite photos in my habitat photo gallery.