Weber's century plant 'Arizona Star' (Agave weberi 'Arizona Star')

Weber's century plant 'Arizona Star'

Weber's century plant 'Arizona Star' puts on a show with its huge, fleshy, rosette-forming foliage. The variegation in this cultivar's leaves and the way it explodes outward are the features that make weber's century plant 'Arizona Star' unique from its parent plant, Agave weberi. It's likely that the name "Arizona Star" relates to this plant's growing tendency, since it spreads out like a star.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Succulent

Plant Type

1.5 m

Plant Height

2.5 m

Spread

Evergreen

Leaf type

Quickly Identify Weber's century plant 'Arizona Star'

Rosette-forming succulent with blue-green leaves tipped with spines and a yellow stripe.

Bright yellow flowers atop a tall branched stalk when mature.

Can reach up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) in height and 7 feet (2.1 meters) in width.

Thrives in full sun to light shade and withstands temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C).

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Care Guide for Weber's century plant 'Arizona Star'

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Succulent & Cactus Soil

Soil Type

Water: Weber's century plant 'Arizona Star' thrives in a dry environment. Water only when the soil is adequately wet, and signs of dehydration appear. Increase watering during summer, then reduce in fall. Stop watering in winter dormancy at 10℃ (50℉) and resume when temperatures exceed 20℃ (68℉) in spring.

Fertilize: Fertilize weber's century plant 'Arizona Star' monthly during the growing season (spring to summer) using a 3:3:2 ratio of nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium fertilizers. Use low-concentration liquid or compound fertilizers. Avoid fertilization in late fall and early winter as growth slows and dormancy may occur.

Pruning: Weber's century plant 'Arizona Star' is a variegated succulent with a rosette formation. Prune dead leaves in early spring using sterile tools to enhance health and aesthetics. Avoid excessive pruning to reduce stress. This process improves air circulation, reduces pests, and promotes growth, while gloves are recommended for protection.

Propagation: Propagation of weber's century plant 'Arizona Star' primarily occurs through division during the growing season. Shoots with roots can be planted directly, while wounded ones need time to heal. Although sowing is possible, it is rare due to lengthy seedling growth and cross-pollination requirements.

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