How much water needed when subtropical climate is availbale for agave plants?
Agave plants grow best in sub-tropical or temperate climates, though gardeners in colder climates can raise plants indoors. These members of the cactus family love sun and heat like cactus and have minimal water needs. Time Frame The University of Arizona recommends watering agave plants every two weeks during the hot weather (summer and autumn) and watering monthly in temperate times of year. Agave goes dormant in the winter, so too much water during this time can cause the plant to rot. Watering Add water to your agave plant until you see liquid flow out the drainage holes on the bottom of the container, or until the soil around an in-ground plant becomes saturated with water. The exact quantity of water needed varies by the size of the plant; larger plants have bigger roots, so they take more water. Tip If you have outdoor agave (either in the ground or in containers), be aware of the effect of rainfall.
