False Agave
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Beschorneria septentrionalis
Beschorneria septentrionalis, also known as False Agave, is a succulent that resembles a cross between an agave and a hosta. It forms 2'-3' rosettes of many evergreen glossy gray-green 4-inch broad lanceolate leaves that gracefully arch over. In spring, spear-like red flower spikes branch and rise to 4'-5' feet tall, blooming many dangling long bell-shaped flowers of the same color with green petal tips. The stems fade to green in later summer while holding red-tinged seed pods.
For optimal growth, plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil and water occasionally in summer (more regularly in full sun). It is cold hardy to at least 10°F and makes a great addition to meadow or succulent gardens. The flowers attract hummingbirds. This low-maintenance plant is stunning in bloom and maintains a year-round presence in the garden with its evergreen foliage. If the flower stalks are no longer attractive, they can be removed unless you want to raise more from seed, in which case you can leave them to ripen their walnut-sized fruit soon after blooming.
Beschorneria septentrionalis is native to the northeastern Mexican states of Tamaulipas and Nuevo León, where it grows in mountainous dry woodlands.
Height: 3'-5'
Spread: 2’-3'
Bloom: March-August
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Low
Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10
Origin: Mexico
Deer Resistant: Yes
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
