Agave x leopoldii 'Hammer Time' (Hammer Time Century Plant)

SunZone: 8-10, guessing 8" tall Origin: Mexico

I first saw this agave when visiting Gary Hammer's former California nursery...a plant Gary had discovered in Mexico, which variegated upon his return home. This deliciously wicked little agave is a selection of A. x leopoldii (A. filifera v. filifera x A. filifera v. schidigera) that forms a 8" tall x 15" wide clump of 1/4" wide bayonet-like dark green leaves, each etched in white, edged with a chartreuse border, then covered in curly white hairs that would make Santa proud. A. 'Hammer Time' does offset occasionally, unlike both of its parents. Growing this gem is a bit like having a pet porcupine, so handle with care. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)