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If you’re looking to buy Agave for your New Zealand garden, you’re in the right place. Agaves are renowned for their stunning architecture, water-wise nature, and hardy resilience, making them a favourite among both beginner and expert gardeners. Their dramatic, spiky forms create year-round interest, and Agaves thrive in a variety of settings—from modern urban landscapes to rugged coastal gardens. With so many cultivars available, finding and buying the perfect Agave for your space has never been easier.

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Agave americana

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Agave americana (Century Plant) is an iconic succulent renowned for its dramatic rosettes of large, grey green leaves with bold spines along the edges. Known as the Century Plant due to its slow growth and eventual flowering after many years, it creates a powerful architectural statement in NZ gardens.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 1.75 m
Spread: 1.75 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a large rosette of broad green leaves edged with creamy yellow, creating dramatic colour and structure throughout the year.

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Suited to regions: Alpine, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 1.75 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
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Bulbine frutescens

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Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow'

Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow' is an architectural evergreen prized for its variegated sword like leaves washed with soft gold and green tones. In...

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Aloe saponaria (Zebra Aloe)

Aloe saponaria (Soap Aloe) is a hardy evergreen succulent valued for its attractive rosettes of fleshy, spotted leaves and colourful flower spikes...

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Agapanthus 'Bertsbrook'

Agapanthus 'Bertsbrook' is a robust evergreen perennial valued for its strong upright habit and large heads of rich blue flowers in summer. This...

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Acer freemanii 'Jeffersred'

Acer freemanii 'Jeffersred' is a striking deciduous maple valued for its strong upright form and outstanding autumn colour. This fast growing tree...

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Agave celsii plant with blue and purple foliage.
Agave celsii

Agave celsii is a striking succulent valued for its rosettes of broad, fleshy green leaves with smooth edges and a bold architectural form. Unlike...

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Agave americana 'Mediopicta alba' plant with blue and white striped leaves.
Agave americana 'Mediopicta Alba'

Agave americana 'Mediopicta Alba' is a striking architectural succulent valued for its bold blue green leaves with a dramatic creamy white central...

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Agave chiapensis plant with fresh-green foliage.
Agave chiapensis

Agave chiapensis (Mexican Agave) is a rare and attractive agave species native to southern Mexico, prized for its broad, glossy green leaves and...

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Agave attenuata plants with lush, succulent foliage.
Agave attenuata (Foxtail Agave)

Agave attenuata (Foxtail Agave) is a highly ornamental succulent known for its smooth, spineless leaves and graceful rosettes. Unlike many agaves, it...

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Agave ovatifolia Frosty Blue plant with colourful, blue leaves.
Agave ovatifolia 'Frosty Blue'

Agave ovatifolia 'Frosty Blue' is a striking evergreen succulent prized for its broad, powdery blue foliage and bold architectural form. The thick...

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Agave attenuata Boutin Blue plants with large, blue foliage.
Agave attenuata 'Boutin Blue' (Blue Fox Tail)

Agave attenuata 'Boutin Blue' is a stunning succulent prized for its soft, spineless leaves in an attractive blue grey shade. Forming elegant...

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Agave havardiana plant with large, blue leaves.
Agave havardiana (Harvard Agave)

Agave havardiana is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its compact rosettes of thick blue grey leaves and bold architectural form. The rigid...

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Agave parryi huachucensis plant with light-blue leaves.
Agave parryi 'Huachucensis'

Agave parryi 'Huachucensis' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its broad blue grey leaves and bold, symmetrical form. The thick foliage...

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Agave parryi Truncata plant with large, grey-blue leaves.
Agave parryi 'Truncata'

Agave parryi 'Truncata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its compact, symmetrical rosettes of broad blue grey leaves. The thick foliage...

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Agave desmettiana 'Variegata'

Agave desmettiana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its elegant variegated foliage and bold architectural form. It forms...

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Agave 'Ray Of Light' plants with green and yellow variegated foliage.
Agave 'Ray of Light'

Agave 'Ray of Light' is an excellent selection of the commonly known, Fox Tail Agave. This plant features rosettes of broad, pale green leaves with a...

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Agave montana plant with elegant, green leaves.
Agave montana (Mountain Agave)

Agave montana is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its dense rosette of broad, deep green leaves and bold architectural form. The thick...

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Agave parallelifolia

Agave parallelifolia is a distinctive evergreen succulent valued for its compact rosette of narrow, rigid leaves and strong architectural form. The...

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Agave ovatifolia plant with large, blue leaves.
Agave ovatifolia (Whales Tongue Agave)

Agave ovatifolia is a striking evergreen succulent prized for its broad, blue grey foliage and bold architectural form. The thick leaves form a...

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Agave parrasana plant with large and fleshy, blue leaves.
Agave parrasana (Cabbage Head Agave)

Agave parrasana is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its compact rosette of broad blue grey leaves and bold architectural form. The thick...

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Agave victoriae-reginae

Agave victoriae-reginae is one of the most sought after ornamental agaves, prized for its perfectly symmetrical rosette of dark green leaves marked...

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Agave parryi plant with grey foliage.
Agave parryi (Artichoke Agave)

Agave parryi is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its compact rosettes of broad blue grey leaves and bold architectural form. The thick...

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Agave stricta plants in a garden.
Agave stricta (Hedgehog Agave Plant)

Agave stricta is a striking architectural succulent recognised for its dense rosettes of narrow, upright leaves that form perfect spherical mounds...

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Agave guadalajarana plant with large leaves.
Agave guadalajarana (Maguey Chato Agave)

Agave guadalajarana is a compact and highly ornamental succulent admired for its symmetrical rosette of broad blue green leaves. The attractive...

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Agave vilmoriniana

Agave vilmoriniana (Octopus Agave) is a spectacular succulent known for its long, narrow, twisting leaves that resemble the arms of an octopus. The...

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Agave Kissho Kan plant with colourful leaves.
Agave 'Kissho Kan' (Butterfly Agave)

Agave 'Kissho Kan' is a compact evergreen succulent prized for its beautifully variegated foliage and neat architectural form. It forms symmetrical...

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Agave tequilana plants with metallic-blue coloured foliage.
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...

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Agave 'Blue Flame' plant with colourful blue leaves.
Agave 'Blue Flame'

Agave 'Blue Flame' is grown for its foliage and hardy nature. This succulent produces rosettes of broad, fleshy, blue leaves. The leaves protrude...

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Agave decipiens plant with large green leaves.
Agave decipiens (Sisal Agave)

Agave decipiens is a striking architectural succulent valued for its upright growth habit and dense rosettes of narrow green leaves. Unlike many...

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Agave nickelsiae plant in a garden.
Agave nickelsiae (King Of The Agaves)

Agave nickelsiae is a distinctive evergreen succulent prized for its compact, symmetrical rosette and beautifully marked foliage. The broad, dark...

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Why Buy Agave for Your Garden

Agaves are prized not only for their striking appearance but also for their adaptability. These succulents are drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and ideal for New Zealand’s diverse climates. Whether you want a statement specimen for a feature pot, a robust border plant, or a textural addition to your xeriscape design, to buy Agave is to invest in a plant that offers both style and substance. Once established, Agaves require minimal watering and are generally resistant to pests and disease—a perfect solution for gardeners seeking reliability and beauty.

Top Agave Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

Every garden is unique, and so are Agaves. Explore our selection and buy Agave cultivars suited to a range of conditions and design preferences. Some popular options include:

If you’re unsure which Agave to choose, our knowledgeable team is here to help you buy Agave that fits both your vision and your local conditions.

Tips for Success When You Buy Agave

When you buy Agave, plant them in well-draining soil and position in full sun to part shade. Agaves detest soggy feet, so be sure to avoid waterlogged spots. Once planted, they need only the occasional deep watering to keep them looking their best. For container growth, use a sandy cactus mix and ensure your pot has adequate drainage. Some Agave species are cold-hardy, while others prefer a frost-free spot—so always check variety guides for suitability.

Buy Agave With Confidence

Choosing to buy Agave from a specialist nursery means you receive healthy, well-cared-for plants ready to thrive in your garden. Browse our full range, including Agave havardiana, Agave ovatifolia Frosty Blue (Whales Tongue Agave), Agave americana var Franzosinii, Agave nickelsiae, and Agave parryi. With expert advice and top-quality plants, you’re sure to find the Agave that brings your landscape to life.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

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