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10 Queen (Protea magnifica) Seeds Rare South African “Woolly Beard” Flower
10 Queen Protea Seeds (Protea magnifica) Rare South African “Woolly Beard” FlowerQueen Protea, (Protea magnifica) or “Woolly Beard” Has the Second Largest Flower Head after it’s Very Close Relative King Protea (P. cynaroides). The Queen Protea is One of the Most Attractive and Sought after Proteas as it’s Very Exotic with it’s Fuzzy Beard Produced in the Middle of the Flowers. No One Picture can Describe how Strikingly Beautiful and Fluffy it is with Flower Head Colors of Different Mixed Hues. With it’s Rounded Bushy Form, this Protea will Look Amazing in Any Garden Environment. Queen Protea grows in well-drained acidic soils and can tolerate frost up to about 25 degrees F for short periods and can withstand some wind, but may show signs of foliage burn from excessive salt winds. They enjoy full sun, and light watering after established. They do not grow well along coastal ranges that are covered with moist fog through the year. Do not disturb their roots as protea roots are very susceptible to infection if they are tampered with. Proteas are light feeders that have adapted to very nutrient-poor soils and will die if strong fertilizers and manure are used. ZONES 9-12Protea Germination:1) Submerge the seeds into a fungicide solution before planting them, and leave them in it for at least 12 hours. You can skip this step, but submerging the seed will make the germination process faster, so it’s recommended.2) For germination with Protea seeds, but sure to have the soil acidity PH value of 5.5 to 6.0. You can make the best mixture by adding coarse river sand and peat or degraded pine needles in an equal amount. In addition to the soil acidity, you need to look after about substrate drainage. This can be achieved by adding perlite.3) The next step is the sterilization of the substrate in order to avoid fungi occurrence. You need to put the substrate into a microwave oven for at least 3 minutes or in an oven for at least 45 minutes. Cool the substrate afterwards. This will kill any fungi or bacteria to make the soil sterile.4) The containers for planting Protea need to be able to contain around 500ml of the substrate (large enough to hold 2 cups of soil), and have a holes at the bottom for water drainage. 5) Never fill the container up to the top, leave at least a few inches of space at the top. Plant the seed at the depth of its size and water it generously with the fungicide solution when first planted. Then be sure to only keep the soil “moist”…(never “wet”), as that will cause the seeds to rot.6) For Protea germination, you’ll need a heated propagator mat to provide a temperature of appx 84°F degrees during the day. Use alternating temperatures to mimic their natural conditions and turn off the heated mat at night. The night temperature can be as low as 55°F degrees. Temperature fluctuations will greatly help germination. Also cover the containers or treys with a small piece of plastic or a humidity dome to keep the humidity levels high. Be sure to cut a few very small holes in the plastic so it’s just enough to allow for a small amount of ventilation. 7) Patience will be needed because of the erratic germination rates with most any tropical or exotic seeds. A few may germinate within a month’s time, but most of the seeds can take up to a period of 3 months so don’t toss any seeds out that do not germinate as they are still good and just need a bit more time.8) Once germination occurs, do not place in direct sunlight & gradually start getting them accustomed to direct sunlight exposure. The seedlings will need moderate moisture exposure to stay moist, (Not Wet), & their substrate cannot be let to dry off. Use a spray bottle to keep a nice balance of moisture and they will do great.
5 Queen (Protea magnifica) Seeds Rare South African “Woolly Beard” Flower
5 Queen Protea Seeds (Protea magnifica) Rare South African “Woolly Beard” FlowerQueen Protea, (Protea magnifica) or “Woolly Beard” Has the Second Largest Flower Head after it’s Very Close Relative King Protea (P. cynaroides). The Queen Protea is One of the Most Attractive and Sought after Proteas as it’s Very Exotic with it’s Fuzzy Beard Produced in the Middle of the Flowers. No One Picture can Describe how Strikingly Beautiful and Fluffy it is with Flower Head Colors of Different Mixed Hues. With it’s Rounded Bushy Form, this Protea will Look Amazing in Any Garden Environment. Queen Protea grows in well-drained acidic soils and can tolerate frost up to about 25 degrees F for short periods and can withstand some wind, but may show signs of foliage burn from excessive salt winds. They enjoy full sun, and light watering after established. They do not grow well along coastal ranges that are covered with moist fog through the year. Do not disturb their roots as protea roots are very susceptible to infection if they are tampered with. Proteas are light feeders that have adapted to very nutrient-poor soils and will die if strong fertilizers and manure are used. ZONES 9-12Protea Germination:1) Submerge the seeds into a fungicide solution before planting them, and leave them in it for at least 12 hours. You can skip this step, but submerging the seed will make the germination process faster, so it’s recommended.2) For germination with Protea seeds, but sure to have the soil acidity PH value of 5.5 to 6.0. You can make the best mixture by adding coarse river sand and peat or degraded pine needles in an equal amount. In addition to the soil acidity, you need to look after about substrate drainage. This can be achieved by adding perlite.3) The next step is the sterilization of the substrate in order to avoid fungi occurrence. You need to put the substrate into a microwave oven for at least 3 minutes or in an oven for at least 45 minutes. Cool the substrate afterwards. This will kill any fungi or bacteria to make the soil sterile.4) The containers for planting Protea need to be able to contain around 500ml of the substrate (large enough to hold 2 cups of soil), and have a holes at the bottom for water drainage. 5) Never fill the container up to the top, leave at least a few inches of space at the top. Plant the seed at the depth of its size and water it generously with the fungicide solution when first planted. Then be sure to only keep the soil “moist”…(never “wet”), as that will cause the seeds to rot.6) For Protea germination, you’ll need a heated propagator mat to provide a temperature of appx 84°F degrees during the day. Use alternating temperatures to mimic their natural conditions and turn off the heated mat at night. The night temperature can be as low as 55°F degrees. Temperature fluctuations will greatly help germination. Also cover the containers or treys with a small piece of plastic or a humidity dome to keep the humidity levels high. Be sure to cut a few very small holes in the plastic so it’s just enough to allow for a small amount of ventilation. 7) Patience will be needed because of the erratic germination rates with most any tropical or exotic seeds. A few may germinate within a month’s time, but most of the seeds can take up to a period of 3 months so don’t toss any seeds out that do not germinate as they are still good and just need a bit more time.8) Once germination occurs, do not place in direct sunlight & gradually start getting them accustomed to direct sunlight exposure. The seedlings will need moderate moisture exposure to stay moist, (Not Wet), & their substrate cannot be let to dry off. Use a spray bottle to keep a nice balance of moisture and they will do great.Germinación de Protea:1) Sumerge las semillas en una solución fungicida antes de plantarlas y déjalas ahí al menos 12 horas. Puedes omitir este paso, pero sumergir las semillas acelerará el proceso de germinación, por lo que es recomendable.2) Para la germinación de las semillas de Protea, asegúrate de que el pH de la tierra sea de 5,5 a 6,0. Puedes hacer la mejor mezcla añadiendo arena gruesa de río y turba o agujas de pino degradadas en cantidades iguales. Además de la acidez de la tierra, debes cuidar el drenaje del sustrato. Esto se puede lograr añadiendo perlita.3) El siguiente paso es la esterilización del sustrato para evitar la aparición de hongos. Debes colocar el sustrato en un horno microondas durante al menos 3 minutos o en un horno durante al menos 45 minutos. Después, enfría el sustrato. Esto matará los hongos o bacterias y esterilizará la tierra.4) Los recipientes para plantar Protea deben tener capacidad para alrededor de 500 ml de sustrato (suficientemente grande para contener 2 tazas de tierra) y tener agujeros en la parte inferior para el drenaje del agua.5) Nunca llenes el recipiente hasta el tope, deja al menos unos centímetros de espacio en la parte superior. Planta la semilla a la profundidad de su tamaño y riégala generosamente con la solución fungicida cuando la plantes por primera vez. Luego, asegúrate de mantener la tierra “húmeda” (nunca “mojada”), ya que eso hará que las semillas se pudran.6) Para la germinación de Protea, necesitarás una estera de propagación calentada para proporcionar una temperatura de aproximadamente 84 °F durante el día. Usa temperaturas alternas para imitar sus condiciones naturales y apaga la estera calentada por la noche. La temperatura nocturna puede ser tan baja como 55 °F. Las fluctuaciones de temperatura ayudarán mucho a la germinación. También cubre los recipientes o bandejas con un pequeño trozo de plástico o una cúpula de humedad para mantener altos los niveles de humedad. Asegúrate de cortar algunos agujeros muy pequeños en el plástico para que sea suficiente para permitir una pequeña cantidad de ventilación.7) Será necesaria paciencia debido a las tasas de germinación erráticas de la mayoría de las semillas tropicales o exóticas. Algunas pueden germinar en el plazo de un mes, pero la mayoría de las semillas pueden tardar hasta un período de 3 meses, así que no deseches las semillas que no germinen, ya que todavía están en buenas condiciones y solo necesitan un poco más de tiempo.8) Una vez que se produzca la germinación, no las coloques a la luz solar directa y comienza a acostumbrarlas gradualmente a la exposición directa a la luz solar. Las plántulas necesitarán una exposición moderada a la humedad para mantenerse húmedas (no mojadas), y no se puede dejar que el sustrato se seque. Usa una botella rociadora para mantener un buen equilibrio de humedad y les irá muy bien.
5 Queen (Protea magnifica) Seeds Rare South African “Woolly Beard” Flower
5 Queen Protea Seeds (Protea magnifica) Rare South African “Woolly Beard” FlowerQueen Protea, (Protea magnifica) or “Woolly Beard” Has the Second Largest Flower Head after it’s Very Close Relative King Protea (P. cynaroides). The Queen Protea is One of the Most Attractive and Sought after Proteas as it’s Very Exotic with it’s Fuzzy Beard Produced in the Middle of the Flowers. No One Picture can Describe how Strikingly Beautiful and Fluffy it is with Flower Head Colors of Different Mixed Hues. With it’s Rounded Bushy Form, this Protea will Look Amazing in Any Garden Environment. Queen Protea grows in well-drained acidic soils and can tolerate frost up to about 25 degrees F for short periods and can withstand some wind, but may show signs of foliage burn from excessive salt winds. They enjoy full sun, and light watering after established. They do not grow well along coastal ranges that are covered with moist fog through the year. Do not disturb their roots as protea roots are very susceptible to infection if they are tampered with. Proteas are light feeders that have adapted to very nutrient-poor soils and will die if strong fertilizers and manure are used. ZONES 9-12Protea Germination:1) Submerge the seeds into a fungicide solution before planting them, and leave them in it for at least 12 hours. You can skip this step, but submerging the seed will make the germination process faster, so it’s recommended.2) For germination with Protea seeds, but sure to have the soil acidity PH value of 5.5 to 6.0. You can make the best mixture by adding coarse river sand and peat or degraded pine needles in an equal amount. In addition to the soil acidity, you need to look after about substrate drainage. This can be achieved by adding perlite.3) The next step is the sterilization of the substrate in order to avoid fungi occurrence. You need to put the substrate into a microwave oven for at least 3 minutes or in an oven for at least 45 minutes. Cool the substrate afterwards. This will kill any fungi or bacteria to make the soil sterile.4) The containers for planting Protea need to be able to contain around 500ml of the substrate (large enough to hold 2 cups of soil), and have a holes at the bottom for water drainage. 5) Never fill the container up to the top, leave at least a few inches of space at the top. Plant the seed at the depth of its size and water it generously with the fungicide solution when first planted. Then be sure to only keep the soil “moist”…(never “wet”), as that will cause the seeds to rot.6) For Protea germination, you’ll need a heated propagator mat to provide a temperature of appx 84°F degrees during the day. Use alternating temperatures to mimic their natural conditions and turn off the heated mat at night. The night temperature can be as low as 55°F degrees. Temperature fluctuations will greatly help germination. Also cover the containers or treys with a small piece of plastic or a humidity dome to keep the humidity levels high. Be sure to cut a few very small holes in the plastic so it’s just enough to allow for a small amount of ventilation. 7) Patience will be needed because of the erratic germination rates with most any tropical or exotic seeds. A few may germinate within a month’s time, but most of the seeds can take up to a period of 3 months so don’t toss any seeds out that do not germinate as they are still good and just need a bit more time.8) Once germination occurs, do not place in direct sunlight & gradually start getting them accustomed to direct sunlight exposure. The seedlings will need moderate moisture exposure to stay moist, (Not Wet), & their substrate cannot be let to dry off. Use a spray bottle to keep a nice balance of moisture and they will do great.
50 Liatris spicata SEEDS PURPLE BLAZING STAR FLOWER Cold Hardy-3 Butterfly Plant
50 PURPLE BLAZING STAR FLOWER SEEDS Liatris spicata Cold Hardy Zone 3 A Plant Loved by Butterfly and Pollinators Liatris, also known as blazing star or gayfeather, is a long-blooming perennial wildflower native to eastern North America. It is a member of the very large aster (Asteraceae) family of plants, but instead of the familiar daisy-like flowers of most plants in that family, Liatris has highly unusual flower heads featuring tiny star-like blossoms arranged around a long upright bottle-brush spire. The pure species has bright purple flower spikes. The grasslike leaves are narrow and inconspicuous, forming in a basal clump, but they turn an attractive bronze color in the fall. Common Name Blazing star, liatris, dense blazing star, gay feather Botanical Name Liatris spicata Family Asteraceae Plant Type Herbaceous perennial Mature Size 2–5 ft. tall, 9–18 inches wide Sun Exposure Full Soil Type Medium-moisture, well-drained Soil pH Acidic to neutral (5.5 to 7.5) Bloom Time Summer to early fall Flower Color Purple, reddish-purple, white Hardiness Zones 3–9 (USDA) Native Area Eastern North America Liatris takes very little care, but you may need to stake up the stems if planted in overly-rich soil, which can cause the plant to grow tall and floppy. Make sure to check out similar items in my store! Combined shipping available for multi item orders. Have a great day and Thank you for your business!
50 PURPLE BLAZING STAR FLOWER SEEDS Liatris spicata Cold Hardy-3 Butterfly Plant
50 PURPLE BLAZING STAR FLOWER SEEDS (Liatris spicata)A Native American Perennial Flower that Produces Tall Spikes of Bright Purple Bottlebrushes Above the Tufts of Green, Grass-Like Leaves in Late Summer. It is a Very Attractive Addition in Mass Plantings in a Pollinator Garden, Rain Garden, Perennial Border, Native Plant Garden, or a Cottage Garden. Another Old Common Name for this Plant is Colic Root, Alluding to it’s Medicinal Use. In NC it is Found in the Coastal and Piedmont Areas. The Tall Spikes of Flowers Bloom from the Top Down, are Showy and Attract Butterflies & Bees. The Foliage is Grass-Like and Grows in Clumps Growing 3-6′ Foot Tall. This low-maintenance plant prefers average to moist, well-drained soils that range from acidic to neutral in pH. It grows well in full sun to partial shade and also tolerates summer heat and humidity. This particular species does better in moist soils than some other blazing stars. The plant has corms with shallow fibrous roots and can produce new colonies from its corms, though it most often propagates by seed.Zones 3-9Blazing Star Germination:1) Cold stratify in a zip lock bag filled with moist vermiculite. Place inside the fridge for 60 days.2) Plant the seeds in a seed starting mix, barely covering with just a dusting of soil. Keep near the top, planting no more than 1/16 of an inch deep. Use a spray bottle to mist them when needed.3) Place them where they will receive morning sun, or place under a grow lamp for 6 hours in the mornings.4) Use a heated propagator mat to keep the soil between 68-70 degrees F.5) Expect germination anytime between 20-45 days.
(Agave sisalana) Seeds Rare “Century Plant” Exotic Succulent “Sisal” Cactus Tree
“Sisal” (Agave sisalana) Seeds *Rare Century Plant* Rare Succulent Cactus AloeAgave sisalana is a Very Rare & Exotic Cactus/Aloe Plant that Make’s an Excellent Container Plant, that Can be Brought Indoors During the Cooler Months. Agave Sisalana is Best Known to Be a Beautiful Exotic Looking Succulent. If Planted Outside, Agave sisalana Will Get Really Large. Well Established Plants at Flowering Age can Grow at Least 8 Feet Tall, If Not a Little Larger in the Proper Climate. The Leaves are Stiff Dagger Shaped, with Mostly Smooth Edges, Though on Occasion Small Teeth May be Present. The Terminal Spine is Not Overly Large, but Combined with the Stiff Dagger Like Leaves it Does Make the Plant Dangerous as They will Easily Pierce Clothes and Skin. The Leaves Generally Have an Upright Posture, but Older Leaves Will Slowly Fold Down Towards the Ground, Giving the Plant a Very Unique & Eye Catching Shape. Suitable for: Light (Sandy), Medium (Loamy) and Heavy (Clay) Soils, & Prefers a Well-Draining Soil and Can Grow in Nutritionally Poor Soil. Suitable PH: Mildly Acidic is Optimal, but They Can Also Tolerate Neutral and Mildly Alkaline Soils as Well. They Can Grow in Semi-Shade, or Filtered Light, While Full Sun is Optimal. They Prefer Dry or Moist Soil and Can Tolerate Drought.Zones 9-11Agave Germination:1) Soak seeds for 24 hours in “Distilled water”. (Do not use tap water)2) Use a cactus soil mix. Bake soil in the oven at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes to ensure it is “completely sterile.”3) Lightly cover with no more than 1/8” of “sterilized sand” Do not cover them completely as Agave seeds need light in order to germinate. Place in a window with filtered light, or use a grow lamp. 4) Use a heated propagator to keep the temperature at 80 degrees during the day. Turn it off at night for fluctuating temperatures as this mimics their natural conditions, and will greatly improve germination rates.5) Be sure soil is moist, not wet at all times, being sure to never let it dry out.6) Cover with plastic to help retain moisture & humidity, and using a spray bottle to lightly mist down the soil as needed. Just enough to keep it moist. Wet soil will rot the seeds, so only keep it slightly moist at all times. 7) Agave germination is erratic, so seeds will sprout at different times. Expect to see some sprouts within 14-21 days, but don’t toss out any that don’t sprout early, as they are still good, and just need a bit more time to sprout.”If you Need Anything, Please Contact us First”
(Agave sisalana) Seeds Rare “Century Plant” Exotic Succulent “Sisal” Cactus Tree
“Sisal” (Agave sisalana) Seeds *Rare Century Plant* Rare Succulent Cactus AloeAgave sisalana is a Very Rare & Exotic Cactus/Aloe Plant that Make’s an Excellent Container Plant, that Can be Brought Indoors During the Cooler Months. Agave Sisalana is Best Known to Be a Beautiful Exotic Looking Succulent. If Planted Outside, Agave sisalana Will Get Really Large. Well Established Plants at Flowering Age can Grow at Least 8 Feet Tall, If Not a Little Larger in the Proper Climate. The Leaves are Stiff Dagger Shaped, with Mostly Smooth Edges, Though on Occasion Small Teeth May be Present. The Terminal Spine is Not Overly Large, but Combined with the Stiff Dagger Like Leaves it Does Make the Plant Dangerous as They will Easily Pierce Clothes and Skin. The Leaves Generally Have an Upright Posture, but Older Leaves Will Slowly Fold Down Towards the Ground, Giving the Plant a Very Unique & Eye Catching Shape. Suitable for: Light (Sandy), Medium (Loamy) and Heavy (Clay) Soils, & Prefers a Well-Draining Soil and Can Grow in Nutritionally Poor Soil. Suitable PH: Mildly Acidic is Optimal, but They Can Also Tolerate Neutral and Mildly Alkaline Soils as Well. They Can Grow in Semi-Shade, or Filtered Light, While Full Sun is Optimal. They Prefer Dry or Moist Soil and Can Tolerate Drought.Zones 9-11Agave Germination:1) Soak seeds for 24 hours in “Distilled water”. (Do not use tap water)2) Use a cactus soil mix. Bake soil in the oven at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes to ensure it is “completely sterile.”3) Lightly cover with no more than 1/8” of “sterilized sand” Do not cover them completely as Agave seeds need light in order to germinate. Place in a window with filtered light, or use a grow lamp. 4) Use a heated propagator to keep the temperature at 80 degrees during the day. Turn it off at night for fluctuating temperatures as this mimics their natural conditions, and will greatly improve germination rates.5) Be sure soil is moist, not wet at all times, being sure to never let it dry out.6) Cover with plastic to help retain moisture & humidity, and using a spray bottle to lightly mist down the soil as needed. Just enough to keep it moist. Wet soil will rot the seeds, so only keep it slightly moist at all times. 7) Agave germination is erratic, so seeds will sprout at different times. Expect to see some sprouts within 14-21 days, but don’t toss out any that don’t sprout early, as they are still good, and just need a bit more time to sprout.”If you Need Anything, Please Contact us First”
MEXICAN RED BIRD of PARADISE SEEDS (C. Pulcherrima) DWARF POINCIANA Flower Shrub
RED BIRD of PARADISE SEEDS (Caesalpinia Pulcherrima)The Red Bird of Paradise Shrub puts off a Display of Brilliant Scarlet Red and Yellow Flowers, Feathery Green Foliage, and Quick Growth Make Dwarf Poinciana a Very Popular Evergreen Shrub that Definitely Turns Heads. It is Hard to Find a More Attractive Flower to Enhance the Landscaping. Also Known as The Pride of Barbados, this Open-Branched, Fine-Textured Shrub will Tolerate Hot, Dry Areas, and Forms an Effective Thorny Barrier. It Flowers Year-Round with Peak Displays in Spring and Fall. It is Originally from Mexico and the Caribbean and has Beautiful Showy Orange-Red Flowers, Fern-Like Leaves, and Prickles on it’s Stems and Branches. It is the National Flower of Barbados. It May also be Known as Barbados Flower Fence, Barbados Pride, Dwarf Poinciana, Peacock Flower, and Red Bird of Paradise. The Pride of Barbados is a deciduous shrub in zone 9 and perennial in zone 8. In the tropics, it may grow 15-20 feet tall and equally as wide. The flowers are clusters of orange-red blossoms with long red stamens. They blossom most of the year in the tropics. In climates where frost occurs, the flowers appear late summer and fall. Hot humid weather and full sun ensure flowering. It is intolerant of poorly drained soils. Once it matures it tolerates some drought. During the growing season, they perform best if watered deeply but infrequently. Pruning may be needed to maintain its shape. It may be best to avoid planting this shrub near patios or walkways due to its prickly stems and branches. Used as a specimen, accent, or border, it would add beautiful color in a sunny, hot, and humid area. The flowers also attract hummingbirds and butterflies. They are considered deer resistant. Zones 8b-11 Red Bird of Paradise Germination:1) Use a piece of rough grit sand paper to sand the seeds to scarify.2) Use a thermos to soak seeds in warm water for 48 hours, changing water daily.3) Once the seeds start to swell, they are ready to plant.4) Plant no more than 1/4″ inch deep in well draining seed starting mix.5) Use a heated propagator mat to keep soil at 80 degrees F, giving filtered light, but not direct sunlight.6) Cover pots or treys with a piece of plastic to keep humidity levels high.7) Expect germination anytime between 2-8 weeks, with some taking longer so never toss out any that do not sprout early.”Please Contact us First if You Need Anything”Germinación de la ave del paraíso roja:1) Utilice un trozo de papel de lija de grano grueso para lijar las semillas y escarificarlas.2) Utilice un termo para remojar las semillas en agua tibia durante 48 horas, cambiando el agua a diario.3) Una vez que las semillas comiencen a hincharse, estarán listas para plantar.4) Plántelas a no más de 1/4″ de pulgada de profundidad en una mezcla para semillas que drene bien.5) Utilice una estera de propagación calentada para mantener la tierra a 80 grados F, proporcionando luz filtrada, pero no luz solar directa.6) Cubra las macetas o bandejas con un trozo de plástico para mantener altos los niveles de humedad.7) Espere la germinación en cualquier momento entre 2 y 8 semanas, aunque algunas tardarán más, así que nunca deseche las que no broten pronto.”Comuníquese con nosotros primero si necesita algo”
100 (Agave sisalana) Seeds Rare Century Plant Exotic Succulent Sisal Cactus Tree
100 “Sisal” (Agave sisalana) Seeds *Rare Century Plant* Rare Succulent Cactus AloeAgave sisalana is a Very Rare & Exotic Cactus/Aloe Plant that Make’s an Excellent Container Plant, that Can be Brought Indoors During the Cooler Months. Agave Sisalana is Best Known to Be a Beautiful Exotic Looking Succulent. If Planted Outside, Agave sisalana Will Get Really Large. Well Established Plants at Flowering Age can Grow at Least 8 Feet Tall, If Not a Little Larger in the Proper Climate. The Leaves are Stiff Dagger Shaped, with Mostly Smooth Edges, Though on Occasion Small Teeth May be Present. The Terminal Spine is Not Overly Large, but Combined with the Stiff Dagger Like Leaves it Does Make the Plant Dangerous as They will Easily Pierce Clothes and Skin. The Leaves Generally Have an Upright Posture, but Older Leaves Will Slowly Fold Down Towards the Ground, Giving the Plant a Very Unique & Eye Catching Shape. Suitable for: Light (Sandy), Medium (Loamy) and Heavy (Clay) Soils, & Prefers a Well-Draining Soil and Can Grow in Nutritionally Poor Soil. Suitable PH: Mildly Acidic is Optimal, but They Can Also Tolerate Neutral and Mildly Alkaline Soils as Well. They Can Grow in Semi-Shade, or Filtered Light, While Full Sun is Optimal. They Prefer Dry or Moist Soil and Can Tolerate Drought.Zones 9-11Agave Germination:1) Soak seeds for 24 hours in “Distilled water”. (Do not use tap water)2) Use a cactus soil mix. Bake soil in the oven at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes to ensure it is “completely sterile.”3) Lightly cover with no more than 1/8” of “sterilized sand” Do not cover them completely as Agave seeds need light in order to germinate. Place in a window with filtered light, or use a grow lamp. 4) Use a heated propagator to keep the temperature at 80 degrees during the day. Turn it off at night for fluctuating temperatures as this mimics their natural conditions, and will greatly improve germination rates.5) Be sure soil is moist, not wet at all times, being sure to never let it dry out.6) Cover with plastic to help retain moisture & humidity, and using a spray bottle to lightly mist down the soil as needed. Just enough to keep it moist. Wet soil will rot the seeds, so only keep it slightly moist at all times. 7) Agave germination is erratic, so seeds will sprout at different times. Expect to see some sprouts within 14-21 days, but don’t toss out any that don’t sprout early, as they are still good, and just need a bit more time to sprout.”If you Need Anything, Please Contact us First”Germinación de agave:1) Remojar las semillas durante 24 horas en “agua destilada” (no usar agua del grifo)2) Usar una mezcla de tierra para cactus. Hornear la tierra a 350 grados F durante 30 minutos para asegurarse de que esté “completamente esterilizada”.3) Cubre ligeramente con no más de 1/8″ de “arena esterilizada”. No las cubras por completo, ya que las semillas de agave necesitan luz para germinar. Colócalas en una ventana con luz filtrada o usa una lámpara de cultivo.4) Usa un propagador calentado para mantener la temperatura a 80 grados durante el día. Apágalo por la noche si hay temperaturas fluctuantes, ya que esto imita sus condiciones naturales y mejorará en gran medida las tasas de germinación.5) Asegúrate de que la tierra esté húmeda, no mojada en todo momento, asegurándote de nunca dejar que se seque.6) Cubre con plástico para ayudar a retener la humedad y usa una botella rociadora para rociar ligeramente la tierra según sea necesario. Solo lo suficiente para mantenerla húmeda. La tierra húmeda pudrirá las semillas, así que mantenla solo ligeramente húmeda en todo momento.7) La germinación del agave es errática, por lo que las semillas brotarán en diferentes momentos. Espera ver algunos brotes dentro de los 14 a 21 días, pero no deseches los que no broten temprano, ya que todavía están buenos y solo necesitan un poco más. Es hora de que broten los brotes.”Si necesitas algo, por favor, contáctanos primero”