Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering significantly during cooler months, especially if the plant is in a dormant state.

Overwatering is the most common cause of problems for this species.

Pruning is rarely necessary. Remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing leaves by cutting them back to the base of the plant. Be cautious of the sharp leaf tips.

This plant is monocarpic, meaning it flowers once and then dies, but typically produces offsets before this.

Propagate MacDougall's Century Plant primarily through offsets (pups) that grow around the base of the mature plant. Carefully remove these offsets with a sharp knife, ensuring they have some roots attached.

Allow the cut surface to callus over before planting in well-draining soil.

Repot only when the plant has outgrown its container or if the soil has become depleted. This is typically needed every 2-3 years. Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix and a pot with drainage holes.

Handle with care due to the sharp leaf margins.