Large-thorned agave (Agave macroacantha)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Large-thorned agave (Agave macroacantha). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant large-thorned agave in a south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Agave macroacantha can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• Architectural gardens – have clean lines, geometric layout and the absence of complicated details, follow a contemporary design;
• Patios, balconies and containers – gardens confined to the space next to buildings where the cultivation is done in pots and containers;
• Rock and gravel gardens – are gardens that feature extensive use of rocks and stones and include plants native to rocky or alpine environments;

Planting type

large-thorned agave is normally used in low maintenance gardens – where you can’t care for the plants so often;.