How to prune agave parryi var. truncata

Spring through summer; dead leaves any time of year. Use heavy-duty leather gloves and a sharp saw or loppers. Cut dead outer leaves cleanly at the base without twisting or tearing. The compact artichoke silhouette is the cultivar's defining feature — leave healthy leaves untouched.

Rarely — only as needed to clear dead material. Agave parryi var. truncata (Artichoke Agave) has the same minimal pruning needs as the species. Its broad, tightly packed leaves form a natural artichoke shape — do not prune for shape. Remove dead outer leaves flush at the base as they dry. Wear heavy gloves; spines are sharp. Remove the flower stalk post-bloom.

Use heavy-duty leather gloves and a sharp saw or loppers. Cut dead outer leaves cleanly at the base without twisting or tearing. The compact artichoke silhouette is the cultivar's defining feature — leave healthy leaves untouched.