Question From:
rosi in queensland, nerang QLD
Nature of problem:
no problem
Type of Plant (if known):
cactus family???
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
no symptoms
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
pottings mix type
How often do you water the plant:
not often
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
all day
What type of plant is it:
argave
How long since you planted it:
2years
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
for cactus
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoor
What other treatments have you given the plant:
non
Upload photo if available:
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Other Comments:
I have this plant for over 2 years it is growing very fast you can see what comes from the centre ,is this normal? Are there leaves or will this be a flower? I have no idea
thank you
rosi
Answer: Hi Rosi, This is a flower stalk and it should grow to 3-5m or so tall with creamy white flowers. Yuccas and Agaves commonly produce these giant flower stalks, after which the central plant dies and new plants sprout up around the dying central area. Don
