Plants in genus agave
Agave potatorum 'Glow Light'
Agave potatorum 'Glow Light' is a variegated century plant with blue-edged leaves and jagged red teeth, featuring a wide central band of chartreuse gold. This stunning plant reaches 15 inches tall and 2 feet wide, known for its difficulty in propagation.
Agave 'Mako Shark'
Agave 'Mako Shark' is a small, fast-offsetting succulent with a clump size of 1 foot tall by 15 inches wide. It features more incurved leaves and longer terminal black spines, with no spines on the leaf edges. This plant is drought-tolerant and ideal for xeriscaping or rock gardens.
Agave ovatifolia 'Killer'
Agave ovatifolia 'Killer' is a striking blue-leaved century plant with a wide border of gold and a central pattern of green with gold streaks. This succulent forms a mature clump about 2 feet tall and 4 feet wide, making it a bold statement in gardens. It is native to North America and is known for its drought tolerance and deer resistance. 'Killer' is suitable for rock gardens and xeriscaping, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. Its unique foliage pattern and color make it a standout choice for landscape design.
Agave montana 'Tiffany'
Agave montana 'Tiffany' is a striking plant introduced by Plant Delights/JLBG in 2024, featuring glossy glaucous green leaves with a golden border. This 20-inch tall and 3-foot wide specimen is a yellow-edged sport of Agave montana 'Baccarat'. Rarely offsetting, it is a unique addition to gardens, particularly in areas that appreciate its drought tolerance and ornamental appeal.
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Porcupine'
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Porcupine' is a clonal selection known for its perfectly symmetrical form and white leaf markings. This plant is painfully slow-growing and requires good winter drainage and a slightly sloped planting site. It produces 15-foot tall stalks of yellow flowers, which are great hummingbird magnets, making it a unique addition to xeriscaping and drought-tolerant gardens.
Agave vilmoriniana 'Stained Glass'
Agave vilmoriniana 'Stained Glass' is a variegated form of the octopus century plant, known for its long, recurved, spineless leaves with creamy yellow edges. This plant forms a 4-foot tall by 7-foot wide solitary specimen and flowers in about 10 years, producing numerous small plants on the old flower stalk.
Agave 'Kissho Kan'
Agave 'Kissho Kan' is a Japanese selection known for its symmetrical rosette of blue-grey leaves with creamy white borders. This succulent grows 15 inches tall and 18 inches wide, with leaf spines that change color from yellow to dark cinnamon. It attracts hummingbirds and requires plenty of light, making it an easy-to-grow plant for sunny locations.
Agave chrysantha 'Pinal Giants'
Agave chrysantha 'Pinal Giants' is a giant seed strain discovered in the Pinal Mountains. This impressive agave can grow 6 to 8 feet wide and up to 13 feet tall. Known for its drought tolerance and striking appearance, it is a standout in any landscape.
Agave parrasana 'Colorata'
Agave parrasana 'Colorata' is a blue rosette succulent that grows up to 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide. It is hardy in zone 8 and potentially colder areas, making it a resilient choice for xeriscaping and sun-filled gardens.
Agave bracteosa 'Calamar'
Agave bracteosa 'Calamar' is a striking succulent with a unique appearance, resembling a squid with its light-green, spineless leaves. This plant forms a rosette about 2 feet wide and 18 inches tall, making it a compact choice for gardens. It is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in full sun to part sun, making it ideal for xeriscaping. Native to Mexico, this agave is evergreen and deer-resistant, adding year-round interest to rock gardens or desert landscapes. Its lack of offsets makes it a tidy choice for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance plant. The plant's unusual form and texture make it a standout in any garden setting.
Agave 'Blue Glow'
Agave 'Blue Glow' is a striking succulent known for its drought tolerance and unique reproduction methods. It thrives in ample light, ideally in a south-facing location, making it a resilient choice for sunny gardens.
Agave weberi 'Purple Heart'
Agave weberi 'Purple Heart' is a striking succulent that forms a large specimen up to 4 feet tall and 6 feet wide. It features wide blue leaves with a 1-inch-wide purple central stripe, adding a bold visual element to gardens. This plant is winter hardy to 10-15 degrees F and is native to Tamaulipas, Mexico. 'Purple Heart' is an excellent choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and as a focal point in landscape designs.
Agave ocahui var. longifolia
Agave ocahui var. longifolia is a rarely grown century plant from Sonora, Mexico, forming a 30-inch tall by 5-foot wide clump. It features straight, green leaves without side spines and a reddish-pink flower spike that turns brown and yellow. This plant thrives in dry conditions and is well-suited for xeriscaping.
Agave 'Mateo'
Agave 'Mateo' is a non-spiny succulent with a squid-shaped rosette of rough green leaves and a central chartreuse-yellow stripe. It grows up to 18 inches tall and 3 feet wide, surviving temperatures as low as 7°F.
Agave stricta
Agave stricta is an evergreen succulent native to Southern Mexico, recognized for its pincushion-like offsets and narrow, spider-like flowers on a tall spike. It forms a symmetrical clump and is well-suited for xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance.
Agave 'Kissho Kan Nishiki'
Agave 'Kissho Kan Nishiki' is a striking succulent with chartreuse golden leaves bordered by light green. It features ornamental spines that change color from butterscotch-yellow to dark mahogany. This plant grows as a sparse offset producer, forming a rosette 15 inches tall and 18 inches wide.
Agave 'Red Skyline'
Agave 'Red Skyline' is a striking succulent with a rosette of very dark, forest green leaves accented by a wide light green stripe on the margins and a narrow dark red-purple stripe on the edges. It grows to about 15 inches tall and 2 feet wide, making it a dramatic addition to gardens.
Agave sisalana 'Marguerita Madness'
Agave sisalana 'Marguerita Madness' is a variegated form of agave known for its long, narrow, sword-like leaves. The blue-green foliage with a white border makes it a striking addition to any garden. This plant is used for fiber production and thrives in sunny, well-drained environments.
Agave havardiana 'Glass Mountain'
Agave havardiana 'Glass Mountain' is a striking succulent from the Glass Mountains in Texas, notable for its very blue leaves and numerous teeth. This fast-growing plant is exceptionally cold-tolerant compared to other agave populations. It is well-suited for xeriscaping and attracts insects, making it a valuable addition to gardens focused on native North American plants.
Agave 'Grey Gator'
Agave 'Grey Gator' is a striking hybrid agave with long, deeply-channeled grey leaves and a distinctive black-spined tip. This plant forms a large clump, reaching up to 5 feet tall and 8 feet wide, and is known for its resilience to cold temperatures.
Agave 'Moon Shadow'
Agave 'Moon Shadow' is a striking plant known for its symmetrical rosette of grey-green leaves edged with chartreuse, with the coloring being most vibrant in spring. This plant, named in 2016, is a sport of Agave 'Kissho Kan' and grows to about 15 inches tall and 18 inches wide. It is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a hardy choice for xeriscaping or rock gardens. This agave thrives in full sun to part sun and is suitable for USDA Zones 9 to 11, adding a touch of the exotic to any garden.
Agave bracteosa 'Stingray'
Agave bracteosa 'Stingray' is a striking succulent with an octopus-like rosette of spine-free leaves, featuring a wide creamy-yellow stripe. This cultivar, introduced in 2020, grows to about 18 inches tall and 3 feet wide, making it a compact choice for gardens. It is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, thriving in sunny conditions. The plant's unique appearance and resilience make it suitable for xeriscaping and rock gardens. Originating from a mutation of Agave bracteosa 'Calamar', it is a testament to the diversity within the Agave genus.
Agave ovatifolia 'Frosty Blue'
Agave ovatifolia 'Frosty Blue' is a striking succulent with powder blue leaves, growing up to 3 feet tall and 6 feet wide over ten years. It requires a dry location in winter and is known for its drought tolerance.
Agave parrasana 'Sea Star'
Agave parrasana 'Sea Star' is a compact, slow-growing succulent with smooth, thick blue leaves bordered by creamy gold. It forms a clump about 1 foot tall and 18 inches wide, rarely producing offsets. This agave is native to Mexico and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in sunny, well-drained locations. Its striking foliage makes it a popular choice for rock gardens and xeriscaping, and it is resistant to deer and rabbits. The 'Sea Star' agave is a hardy plant that requires minimal care, making it ideal for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet visually appealing plant.
Agave parryi 'Mimbres Nm'
Agave parryi 'Mimbres Nm' is a cold-hardy succulent that forms large colonies with up to 10 rosettes. It grows to about 2.5 feet in height and 4 feet in width, featuring medium-width, darker leaves.
Agave isthmensis 'Ohi Raijin Shiro Nakafu'
Agave isthmensis 'Ohi Raijin Shiro Nakafu' is a rare evergreen succulent from Oaxaca, Mexico, known for its compact size and variegated foliage. It forms a tight clump up to 6 inches tall and wide, making it an excellent choice for container gardening. This plant is slow-growing and produces yellow flowers in spring. It requires bright sunlight and infrequent watering, thriving in well-drained organic cactus mix. With a frost tolerance of 50°F, it is suitable for hardiness zones 9b to 11b.
Agave striata ssp. striata
Agave striata ssp. striata is a hardy succulent resembling a well-fed porcupine, native to northeast Mexico. It features rosettes of glaucous green, needle-like leaves and can produce 8-foot tall flower spikes. This plant attracts hummingbirds and honeybees and forms additional rosettes with age, making it a resilient and visually interesting choice for gardens.
Agave 'Hammer Time'
Agave 'Hammer Time' is a striking succulent with bayonet-like dark green leaves etched in white and edged with chartreuse. It forms a compact clump and is covered in curly white hairs, occasionally producing offsets. This plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for rock gardens, making it a unique addition to xeriscaping projects.
Agave gentryi 'Jaws'
Agave gentryi 'Jaws' is a striking succulent native to the high altitudes of Nuevo León, Mexico. It forms a glossy, dark green rosette that can reach up to 4 feet in both height and width. The plant is notable for its long leaves adorned with deep sinuses and short red teeth. This agave is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and rock gardens. Its evergreen nature and ornamental seed production add year-round interest. The plant's unique appearance and resilience to harsh conditions make it a standout in any garden setting.