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Growing Agaves in Georgia: Drainage Is the Deciding Factor

Some agaves (century plants) thrive in Georgia, especially the southern half. In metro Atlanta, winter wet kills more than cold. Angie Corder at Randy's Perennials grows a 5-foot Agave americana successfully. Key: EXTREMELY well-draining soil—try a 3:1 mix of paver leveling sand and ground pine bark in full sun.

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