Artichoke Agave (Agave parryi var. truncata 'Gentry Form'): A Compact, Symmetrical Rosette Resembling an Artichoke

Artichoke Agave is a highly ornamental, compact variety of Parry's Agave. It forms a tight, symmetrical, almost spherical rosette of broad, blue-gray leaves with distinctive, rounded tips and marginal teeth that give it the appearance of a giant artichoke. The 'Gentry Form' is a particularly nice selection. It’s slow-growing, cold-hardy, and one of the most sought-after agaves for container culture and rock gardens.

Taxonomic Profile

Culture

Full sun. Very well-drained, gritty soil. Water deeply but infrequently. Hardy to -10°F (-23°C). Excellent in pots, rock gardens, and as a focal point. Monocarpic; offsets may form at base. Remove flower stalk if you wish to prolong the rosette.