Agave victoriae reginae Sun King Antennaria a 2016 introduction from Hans

a 2016 introduction from Hans Hansen at Walters Gardens

This 4' tall and slow-multiplying selection with brightly red-marked stalks begins flowering for us in late summer and early fall

topped with long 1' spikes of dark royal purple-blue

it bears a heavy crop of dark blue

It has been offered by Don Jacobs as E

Agave victoriae reginae Sun King Antennaria a 2016 introduction from HansAfter a decade of propagation, we are finally able to share one of the most spectacular of all variegated sports of the northern Mexico native, Agave victoriae reginae. Agave 'Sun King' will eventually reach 1' tall x 18" wide, but that may happen for your grandkids. The thick, green leaves are highlighted by a brilliant yellow center. Old specimens resemble a golden fireball.