Overview

Agave kerchovei var. inermis is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Agave, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Agave kerchovei var. inermis grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, mediterranean climate plants and coastal.

About

Agave kerchovei var. inermis is a clump-forming succulent cultivar within the Agave genus, known for its evergreen, thick leaves arranged in rosettes. As a member of the Asparagaceae family, it thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered, south-facing aspect with well-drained loam or sandy soil that is acid to neutral in pH. Suitable for patio and container planting, especially in Mediterranean or coastal climates, it requires very well-drained, gritty compost and can be propagated by offsets in spring or autumn. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H2 and is particularly notable in spring and summer.

About the genus

Agave is a genus of monocots native to the arid regions of the Americas. The genus is primarily known for its succulent and xerophytic species that typically form large rosettes of strong, fleshy leaves.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Agave

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H2

Plant details

Agave kerchovei var. inermis size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Coastal

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Agave kerchovei var. inermis

Propagation

Offsets taken in spring or autumn

Pest resistance

Scale insects

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions