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Fireball
BeginnerAgave × 'Fireball'
A cultivated agave variety displaying striking red-to-orange foliage that intensifies in bright light. Medium-sized with easy maintenance requirements. Popular as an accent plant in mixed succulent arrangements and landscapes.
About
Agave 'Fireball' is a cultivar named for the way its leaves take on a red to orange colour in sunlight. With ample light the leaf tips or whole leaves flush as vividly as flame, making it a popular colour accent in mixed plantings and succulent displays. Medium-sized and compact, tough and easy to manage, it is a cultivar suited even to beginners. The key to beautiful colour is a fast-draining mix and a sunny position; in insufficient light it stays greener and the characteristic colour is harder to develop. Water only after the soil has dried completely and reduce watering in winter to avoid excess moisture. Its cold tolerance is moderate, so in cooler regions protect it from severe winter cold and frost.
Basic Info
Origin
Cultivar (horticultural origin)
Temperature
0〜40℃
Humidity
10〜50%
Growing Tips
Light
Strong light brings red-orange; shade reverts to green
Watering
Water only after the soil has dried out completely. Cut back in winter to avoid excess moisture.
Temperature & Overwintering
Cold hardiness is moderate. In cold regions keep it away from hard frost in winter by moving it under eaves or to a bright indoor spot.
Soil & Repotting
It grows well in an ordinary fast-draining succulent mix. Mid-sized and compact, it suits pots and mixed plantings.
Propagation
It offsets freely, so it is easy to propagate by division. Detach and pot up pups once they are well developed.
Fireball FAQ
QWhat is the growing difficulty level for Fireball?
Beginner. A variety suitable for beginners. No special equipment or experience is required—you can grow it without problems by setting up a basic cultivation environment.
QWhat is the typical price for Fireball?
The price of Fireball varies significantly by variety, characteristics, size, and lineage. Please check GrowerDirect's price guide for the latest market information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026
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