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Quadricolor Century Plant (Agave lophantha 'Quadricolor') growing in South Florida
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Quadricolor Century Plant — South Florida Plant Guide

Agave lophantha 'Quadricolor'

Family: Asparagaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

xeriscape accent specimenrock garden raised bedcontainer drought displayvariegated texture contrastinland drought border

Etikèt Estil

xeriscapevariegatedsucculentcontemporarydrought tolerant

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Quadricolor Century Plant is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Very low water. 1x per 2 weeks dry season maximum. ZERO supplemental irrigation during rainy season June-October MANDATORY. Standing water causes fatal root rot.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyrockylimestonewell drained

Fertilizer: Very light balanced slow-release if any. Over-fertilization causes soft growth susceptible to rot.

Schedule: February very light balanced fertilizer — once yearly only or skip entirely. Adapted to low-nutrient soils.

Tolerans Sèl

High (7/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
23 ft
Lajè Matire
34 ft
Vitès Kwasans
slow
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$$
Zòn USDA
7, 8, 9, 10a, 10b
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
9/10

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Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Quadricolor Century Plant grow in South Florida?

Quadricolor Century Plant has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Quadricolor Century Plant safe for pets?

Quadricolor Century Plant is not safe for pets. Sharp spines and leaf edges — physical injury risk to pets. Agave sap contains saponins — GI irritation if ingested. Not appropriate in pet access areas.

How much water does Quadricolor Century Plant need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Quadricolor Century Plant is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Quadricolor Century Plant tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Quadricolor Century Plant has high salt tolerance (7/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Quadricolor Century Plant available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Quadricolor Century Plant is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Broward availability from specialty nurseries.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Popular in Palm Beach County xeriscape and rock garden designs.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Suitable for inland Collier County xeriscape gardens.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed but LIMITED availability and LIMITED suitability in Monroe County. Not recommended for Keys coastal sites.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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