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Don’s Expert Answers: Want to plant agave attenuata that have been cut and they have no roots. Will they grow if planted as they are in a pot?

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Question From:
Cyndee in Bracken Ridge, Brisbane Queensland

Nature of problem:
Want to plant agave attenuata that have been cut and they have no roots. Will they grow if planted as they are in a pot?

Type of Plant (if known):
Agave attenuata

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
N/a

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Loam

How often do you water the plant:
N/a

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
N/a

How long since you planted it:
N/a

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
N/a

Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
N/a

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
N/a

What other treatments have you given the plant:
N/a

Upload photo if available:

Other Comments:
Thank you for your help.

Answer:
Hi Cyndee, Yes they should grow as they are very hardy. Just stick the stems in the ground or potting mix and roots should appear. Don

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