agave succulent
Looking for an agave succulent to add striking architectural beauty to your garden? Agave succulents are celebrated for their bold, rosette shapes and drought-tolerant nature, making them ideal for New Zealand landscapes. Whether you’re interested in accent plants for your rock garden or resilient options for coastal sites, agaves offer unique texture, year-round interest, and remarkably low maintenance. With dozens of varieties available, you’ll find options that suit small containers or large open spaces—each offering something special for both beginner gardeners and seasoned collectors.
Agave tequilana
Agave tequilana (Tequila Agave) is a bold and dramatic succulent best known as the source of tequila production in Mexico. It features striking rosettes of blue green leaves with sharp points, making it a standout architectural feature in NZ gardens. This hardy plant thrives in hot, dry conditions and requires minimal maintenance. Agave tequilana (Tequila Agave) is perfect for modern landscapes, rockeries, or container planting, where its sculptural form provides year round interest.
From $26.93
Agave americana variegata
Agave americana variegata, commonly known as the Variegated Century Plant, is a large succulent that features broad, powder-blue leaves with yellow stripes. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 2 m wide, growing best when planted on a well-drained site in full sun. Agave americana variegata makes for an attractive specimen and is great for including in mixed plantings, using in rock gardens, adding to Mediterranean themed gardens, or planting to stop pedestrians passing through an area.
From $25.58
