Agave Shaka Zulu
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Agave Shaka Zulu is a beautiful specimen plant. Named after the most famous Zulu clan chief, Shaka, who reigned the Zulu tribes in the early 1900s, with a fierce reputation for military strategy and warfare.
The dense geometric blue-green rosette of fleshy leaves are edged in red and finish in a fine point reminiscent of Zulu spears.
Agave Shaka Zulu Care & Info Guide
Horty Hints
Catchin’ rays! The Agave Shaka Zulu loves lots of sunshine so pop it on your windowsill or in a similarly bright location to keep your plant content.
Stop the rot! Allow your cactus’ soil to completely dry-out in between watering as excess water can lead to root rot.
Agave grow from the centre and older foliage dies away as the plant matures. Remove older stems as necessary. Agave are quite happy being somewhat pot-bound.
Light
The Agave Shaka Zulu prefers bright sunlight. Don’t be afraid to leave this cactus in a sunny window.
Watering
Water when the soil dries out. Not a particularly thirsty plant, water a couple of times per month March to September. Drought tolerant.
Temperature
Average and warm household temperatures between 16-28°C suit the Shaka Zulu best. Can tolerate low temperatures but preferably keep above 8°C.
Humidity
This cactus likes things dry, but will cope perfectly fine in regular household humidity. Ideally keep far from the shower and stove. Do not mist.
Feed
Feed occasionally, perhaps only once or twice a year.
Height & Growth Rate
Shaka Zulu is a slow growing plant with an ultimate height and spread of around 40cm.
Toxicity
Sap can be an irritant and the thorn at the tip is very sharp, so please take care when handling.
Origin
The Shaka Zulu is a cultivar, however the Agave genus originates from the Americas.
| SIZE: Pot Diameter x Total Height | 15 x 25cm |
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