The lovely arching inflorescence of the Agave attenuata can be spotted in many gardens in Kona this month. This attractive plant is native to Mexico and is now the most commonly grown agave in Hawaii.

Oh sure, there is the thorny century plant in so many gardens, Agave americana misnamed because it actually blooms in about 10 years. Softer Agave attenuata is another easy and popular pick. You just ...

After providing remarkably striking foliage for many years, the biggest and boldest agaves bolt with spectacularly tall floral stalks that support horizontal pads of flowers. These stalks can bloom ...

It has been over a year since reviewing my agave collection, so today’s column checks out the development of selected specimens and compares the form variations of these popular plants. Agaves are ...

Oh sure, there is the thorny century plant in so many gardens, Agave americana, misnamed because it actually blooms in about 10 years. Softer Agave attenuata is another easy and popular pick. You just ...

Agave plants, known for their large leaves and spiky tips, offer a striking presence in any garden or indoor space. With over 250 species, these succulents range from small, dish-sized varieties to ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Los Angeles looks a bit like a science fiction movie these days, with ...

While California’s persistent drought does not have a gardener’s attention these days, we should assume that it will return. Both drought and unusual rains could be indicators of climate change. The ...