Mint Chocolate Chip American agave
Manfreda undulata 'Mint Chocolate Chip'
USDA zones7 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds dry soil
Size12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral, alkaline
Garden uses
Notes
'Mint Chocolate Chip' American agave (Manfreda undulata 'Mint Chocolate Chip') is a succulent for borders, containers, and xeriscape gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full sun and dry, sandy or loamy soil. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. It is drought tolerant and needs little care. It spreads about 12 to 24 inches wide, so give it some room.
Pairs well with American century plant, Aeonium, Echeveria, and Matilija poppy.