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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Agavaceae (now Asparagaceae) |
| Origin: Mexico (North America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Infrequent |
| Height: 3-4 feet |
| Width: 4-5 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Summer Dry: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: <15° F |
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Agave gentryi 'Jeffrey' (Jeff's Gray Agave) - A medium sized Agave that forms a cluster of rosettes to 3 feet tall by 4 feet wide with thick and wide gray leaves armed with large teeth along the leaf margin and a long terminal spine. The leaves have strong bud imprints and fold upright on both margins. Plant in full sun to light shades and water infrequently to regularly occasionally. Though there is still speculation on the origin of this plant it should prove to be at least nearly as hardy as the typical green species, which is known to tolerate temperatures down to 5° F. For more information on the species see our listing for Agave gentryi This attractive plant came from the Santa Barbara garden of Cycad specialist Jeff Chemnick and is thought to have come to him from the Ruth Bancroft Garden.
The information on this page is based on research conducted in our nursery library and from online sources as well as from observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery's garden and in other gardens that we have observed it in. We also will incorporate comments received from others and always appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have additional information, particularly if this information is contrary to what we have written or includes additional cultural tips that might aid others in growing Agave gentryi 'Jeffrey'.
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