Desert Plants

Coastal Century Plant: The Dramatic Succulent of Southern California’s Coastline I saw coastal century plants growing wild on a cliff overlooking the Pacific, where salt spray and constant wind had shaped them into low, sprawling rosettes. The leaves were longer and more flexible than the desert agaves I had grown before. Coastal century plant tolerates […]

Maguey de Pulque: Mexico’s Sacred Agave and the Drink of the Ancients I saw maguey de pulque growing in central Mexico where the massive rosettes dominated the landscape. The leaves are thick and fleshy with sharp terminal spines, and the plant has been cultivated for centuries for making pulque and fiber. What is Maguey de

What Makes Mescal Pelón So Special? I bought a second mescal pelon because the first one grew faster than I expected. The pale green leaves with sharp teeth develop a beautiful symmetry, and it has become one of my favorite agaves for the patio. Physical Characteristics That’ll Blow Your Mind Key Features: Stunning solitary rosette

Parry’s Agave: The Desert Survivor’s Ultimate Guide Have you ever wondered about a plant that can withstand extreme conditions while looking absolutely stunning? Meet Parry’s agave – nature’s ultimate desert warrior! What is Parry’s Agave? Parry’s agave (Agave parryi) is a remarkable succulent native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. This tough-as-nails plant