Botanical Name: Agave kerchovei ‘Huajuapan Red’
Common Name: Huajuapan Red Agave
Agave kerchovei ‘Huajuapan Red’ is a compact, colorful agave selected for its narrow, arching leaves that develop rich red to burgundy margins under bright light and cool conditions. Native to southern Mexico through its parent species, this slow-growing agave forms tidy rosettes and is well suited for containers, rock gardens, and xeriscape landscapes. Mature plants typically reach 12–18 inches tall and wide.
Care and Cultivation:
Prefers full sun to bright light
Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings
Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent soil mix
Excellent for pots and drought-tolerant gardens
Frost Tolerance and Cold Hardiness:
Best suited for USDA Zones 9–11
Can tolerate brief cold down to about 20°F (-6°C) when dry
Protect from prolonged freezing and winter moisture
Winter Dormancy and Health:
Growth slows during cooler months
Reduce watering significantly in winter
Color intensifies with cool temperatures and bright light
Note:
Leaf margins may have small spines; handle with care
Botanical Name: Agave kerchovei ‘Huajuapan Red’
Common Name: Huajuapan Red Agave
Agave kerchovei ‘Huajuapan Red’ is a compact, colorful agave selected for its narrow, arching leaves that develop rich red to burgundy margins under bright light and cool conditions. Native to southern Mexico through its parent species, this slow-growing agave forms tidy rosettes and is well suited for containers, rock gardens, and xeriscape landscapes. Mature plants typically reach 12–18 inches tall and wide.
Care and Cultivation:
Prefers full sun to bright light
Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings
Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent soil mix
Excellent for pots and drought-tolerant gardens
Frost Tolerance and Cold Hardiness:
Best suited for USDA Zones 9–11
Can tolerate brief cold down to about 20°F (-6°C) when dry
Protect from prolonged freezing and winter moisture
Winter Dormancy and Health:
Growth slows during cooler months
Reduce watering significantly in winter
Color intensifies with cool temperatures and bright light
Note:
Leaf margins may have small spines; handle with care
