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Posted by Chris_Rex Vic Aust (My Page) on

Sat, May 14, 05 at 21:10

I have just been given 2 very large Agave attenuatas. They have been dug and placed in pots for transport.

They each have a 100mm thick "trunk" about 450 mm long.

Can they be planted deeper than previously without harm? That is, down to the base of the leaves ?

They seem to readily form roots from the trunk, which is encouraging.

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Posted by ree_ree nth qld (My Page) on
Sun, May 15, 05 at 4:15

Hi Chris, I have planted them to a depth of 10cm without harm. You might like to try cutting the stem a bit shorter and leaving it to heal for a week or so and then plant it. If you find any nuts in or around the roots they are seeds and can be planted pointy side up. Mine were a gift too, and they have thrived on abuse and neglect!

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