Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant
Evergreen · Full Sun
Mature size: 1.5m–2m high × 2m–3m wide
- Evergreen
- Full Sun
- Mature height1.5m–2m
- Mature width2m–3m
- Frost Tolerant
- Good in pots
- Flowers
Large blue-grey foliage creates a bold sculptural feature with exceptional drought tolerance and year-round impact.
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$280.00
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- 30cm/33cm
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Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you must confirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.
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Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 1.5m to 2m
- Mature width
- 2m to 3m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Agave americana ‘Lion’
Agave americana ‘Lion’ is a heavy-set form of the Century Plant with wide blue-grey leaves and a notably regular rosette. The marginal teeth are pronounced and each leaf tip carries a firm dark spine. Its bulk and symmetry make it read as a piece of sculpture rather than as a plant in a bed.
Plant it in full sun in gritty, free-draining ground. It handles heat, reflected glare, coastal salt and extended dry weather, and copes with light to moderate frost once the roots are down. Growth is 20 to 40 centimetres a year. Avoid humidity traps and any position where irrigation runs into the crown.
At maturity it holds around 1.5 to 2 metres high and 2 to 2.5 metres across. Use it where a single plant has to carry a space: entry beds, gravel courtyards, roof terraces, roadside verges and large pots. Spacing of 2 to 2.5 metres keeps neighbouring rosettes from clashing as they fill out.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Agave americana ‘Lion’
What is Agave americana ‘Lion’?
‘Lion’ is a robust form of the Century Plant selected for wide blue-grey leaves and a particularly even rosette. The marginal teeth are pronounced and the leaf tips carry a firm dark spine. It behaves like the species in the garden, holding a bold sculptural shape all year with almost no attention from anyone.
How big does Agave ‘Lion’ grow?
A mature rosette sits around 1.5 to 2 metres high and 2 to 2.5 metres across, and offsets will widen the clump over time. Plan for that footprint from the outset, because shifting an established plant of this size is heavy, awkward work and hard on both the plant and the person moving it.
How fast does Agave ‘Lion’ grow?
It adds roughly 20 to 40 centimetres a year in warm, sunny conditions with sharp drainage, which is quick for a succulent of this scale. Growth slows in cool or shaded positions and through winter. Advanced 100 litre stock gives immediate presence rather than waiting several seasons for the rosette to build size.
Is Agave ‘Lion’ frost tolerant?
Once established it handles light to moderate frost. Damage happens where frost and wet soil come together, so drainage matters more than the temperature itself. In frost prone inland areas plant on a mound or raised bed, hold off watering through winter, and shelter young plants for their first cold season.
Is Agave ‘Lion’ suitable for coastal gardens?
Yes, it is one of the better performers on exposed coastal sites. It takes salt-laden wind, sandy soil and reflected heat without complaint and needs no irrigation once established. Front dune positions with constant salt spray will mark the older leaves, but the plant keeps growing and simply replaces them over time.
How far apart should I plant Agave ‘Lion’?
For a group where each rosette stays distinct, 2 to 2.5 metres apart matches the mature spread. For a solid mass with rosettes touching, close to 1.5 metres works. As a single feature, keep at least 1.5 metres clear of paths, driveways and seating so the spined tips are out of reach.
How do I care for Agave ‘Lion’?
Very little is required. Plant into gritty, free-draining soil in full sun, water sparingly for the first summer, then stop. No feeding is needed in the ground. Cut away damaged lower leaves at the base, remove the spent flower spike, and dig out offsets when the clump starts to crowd what is around it.
| Mature height | 1.5m to 2m |
|---|---|
| Mature width | 2m to 3m |
| Position | Full Sun |
| Growth per year | 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions |
| Frost | Frost Tolerant |
| Foliage | Evergreen (foliage year round) |
| Uses | Feature Tree · Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots · Shrubs |
- Foliage
Evergreen (foliage year round)
- Position
- Use
- Mature height
- 1.5m to 2m
- Mature width
- 2m to 3m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant is expected to grow 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions.
Long Term Care For Your Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant
Planting Your Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant works in an:
Is Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant Evergreen or Deciduous?
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 1.5m to 2m
Mature Width: 2m to 3m
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant is expected to grow 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions.
Growth Rate of Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant is expected to grow 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant
Is Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant frost tolerant?
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Does Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant Flower?
Agave americana ‘Lyon’ produces a spectacular tall flowering spike on mature plants, bearing clusters of yellow-green flowers high above the foliage. Flowering typically occurs only after many years of growth and creates a dramatic architectural display, although the plant is primarily valued for its striking variegated foliage featuring broad golden-yellow centres and blue-green margins.
Does Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Yellow
Is Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant an Australian Native Tree?
No
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant is Native to Cultivar selection of Agave americana, a species native to Mexico and the southwestern United States.
What is the Wildlife Value of Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant ?
Its mature flower spikes provide a valuable nectar source for bees and other beneficial pollinators when in bloom, supporting biodiversity within dry-climate and ornamental landscapes. The dense rosette structure can also provide shelter for small beneficial wildlife in garden settings.
How much Sunlight does Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant need?
Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Agave americana ‘Lyon’ performs best in free-draining sandy or loam soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poor soils, rocky sites and challenging landscape conditions provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as excess moisture can lead to root and crown problems. Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between watering once established to maintain healthy growth and foliage colour.
Is Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant Drought Tolerant?
Is Agave americana ‘Lion’ – Lion Century Plant Drought tolerant?
As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, Lion Agave shows exceptional drought tolerance and performs reliably through prolonged dry conditions with little to no supplementary watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Agave americana ‘Lion’ is loved for its Large blue-grey foliage creates a bold sculptural feature with exceptional drought tolerance and year-round impact.
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Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame that holds its shape through the year.
Expect 1.5 to 2 metres in height and width at maturity, at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Full sun brings the heaviest flowering, though part shade is accepted. Drainage matters above everything else, after which it takes salt wind, sandy or gravelly ground, drought and light to moderate frost.
Mass plantings on batters, median strips and coastal frontages are where it earns its keep, and it clips into a low hedge of about a metre without losing its flowering. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen. One plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot neatly.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
What is Westringia Wynyabbie Blue?
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame. It is evergreen and holds its structure all year.
How big does Wynyabbie Blue grow?
It reaches 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide at maturity, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year. It clips comfortably to around a metre if you want a lower hedge, and it will hold that height indefinitely given two or three light trims a year.
When does Wynyabbie Blue flower?
From spring right through autumn, roughly September to May, with sporadic flowers in winter in mild districts. The lilac blue flowers open in flushes rather than all at once, so there is usually some colour on the plant. Flowering is heaviest in full sun on lean, well drained soil.
Is Wynyabbie Blue drought tolerant?
Yes. Once the roots are established it needs very little water and copes with extended dry periods, which is why it is used on unirrigated median strips and road verges. Drainage matters more than watering, since the plant will die in soggy ground long before it dies of thirst.
Is Wynyabbie Blue suitable for coastal positions?
It is. Salt laden wind, sandy soils and reflected heat are all handled, and it is planted routinely on foreshore reserves and beachside gardens. In very exposed frontal positions the plant stays lower and denser than it would inland, which generally suits the situation anyway.
How far apart should I plant Wynyabbie Blue for a hedge?
Use 80 centimetres between plants for a clipped formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres for a dense informal screen. For mass planting on banks and median strips, 1 metre in a staggered pattern gives full coverage within about two growing seasons and shades out most weeds.
How do I prune and care for Wynyabbie Blue?
Trim lightly after each flowering flush, taking soft growth only. Cutting back into bare old wood leaves gaps that will not fill in, so stay on top of it rather than letting it get away. Water through the first summer, then rarely. Avoid rich soils and heavy fertiliser.
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
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