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Searching for the perfect place to buy agave online in New Zealand? Whether you're a passionate collector, drought-tolerant garden enthusiast, or simply want to add a statement plant to your landscape, our online nursery offers a carefully curated range of agaves ready to be delivered directly to your door. Discover the versatility, resilience, and architectural beauty that agaves bring to both gardens and containers. With our expert sourcing and reliable delivery, you can confidently order agaves suited to New Zealand conditions and start enjoying these striking succulents in your own space.

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 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.

From $29.95

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
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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: 1.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow' plant with pink flowers and foliage variegated green and yellow.
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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Bulbine frutescens

Bulbine frutescens is a hardy evergreen perennial valued for its succulent like foliage and long lasting spikes of bright yellow or orange star...

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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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Baccharis pilularis (Coyote Brush)

Baccharis pilularis, commonly known as Coyote Bush, is a hardy evergreen shrub native to coastal regions. It forms a dense, mound-like habit with...

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Grevillea Eureka

Grevillea 'Eureka' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its striking yellow and pink spider-like flowers. Blooming from spring through summer, it...

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Naturally Neem Insecticide

Neem insecticide is a powerful, natural solution to protect your garden from common pests while being safe for beneficial insects and the...

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Westringia 'Grey Box' shrubs in garden with fine, grey-green foliage.
Westringia 'Grey Box'

Westringia 'Grey Box' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its soft grey green foliage, naturally dense rounded habit, and small white flowers...

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Aloe vera plants with fleshy, fresh-green leaves.
Aloe vera

Aloe vera is a well known succulent valued for both its ornamental appeal and soothing gel. It forms clumps of fleshy, pale green leaves with soft...

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Prunus 'Thundercloud'

Prunus 'Thundercloud' is a striking ornamental plum tree admired for its rich purple foliage and masses of soft pink flowers during spring. This...

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Zelkova serrata

Zelkova serrata is an impressive deciduous tree valued for its graceful branching, attractive green foliage, and colourful autumn display. The finely...

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Prunus 'Pink Cloud'

Prunus 'Pink Cloud' is an attractive deciduous flowering tree valued for its beautiful pink spring blossom and elegant garden form. The branches...

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Prunus blireiana

Prunus 'Blireiana' is an attractive deciduous flowering tree valued for its abundant double pink blossoms and colourful foliage. Masses of fragrant...

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Prunus laurocerasus

Prunus laurocerasus (Cherry Laurel) is a vigorous evergreen shrub admired for its lush glossy foliage and excellent screening qualities. This hardy...

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Phyllostachys nigra, commonly known as Black Bamboo, is one of the more elegant and interesting bamboo varieties. It features erect, black stems that...

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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 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 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 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 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 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 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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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 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 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 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 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 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 Cream Spike plant in a pot with variegated leaves.
Agave 'Cream Spike'

Agave 'Cream Spike' is a compact evergreen succulent prized for its striking variegated foliage and tidy architectural form. It forms neat rosettes...

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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 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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Why Buy Agave Online?

When you buy agave online with us, you gain access to a wide selection of healthy, nursery-grown agaves, hand-picked for New Zealand landscapes and gardens. Shopping online offers the convenience of browsing different varieties, comparing their characteristics, and finding the ideal agave for your site, whether you're planting on a coastal property, designing a rock garden, or creating an eye-catching feature pot. Every agave is grown with care, ready for seamless establishment in your environment.

Explore Our Agave Collection

Agaves are renowned for their impressive rosettes, structural foliage, and tolerance of dry conditions, making them a top choice for low-maintenance, waterwise gardens. Our range of agaves available online includes both iconic and less common varieties. Consider the robust Agave havardiana, prized for its cold hardiness and blue-grey leaves suited to a range of climates. The stunning Agave ovatifolia Frosty Blue (Whales Tongue Agave) catches the eye with its broad, frost-tolerant foliage and elegant silhouette, while Agave americana var Franzosinii offers impressive size and dramatic architectural impact.

For gardens with limited space, Agave Blue Glow (Agave Blue Plant) is a compact yet colourful choice, perfect for pots or borders where its glowing leaf edges really shine. If you're interested in classic resilience and symmetry, Agave parryi delivers with its robust nature and striking forms.

Benefits of Agaves for NZ Gardens

Agaves require minimal water and maintenance once established and are highly suited to New Zealand's varying regions, especially in drought-prone or coastal gardens. Their dramatic shape adds year-round interest and structure to xeriscapes, Mediterranean-style plantings, or modern outdoor designs. Many agaves also pair beautifully with gravel, rocks, ornamental grasses, or contrasting succulents for a natural yet curated look.

How to Buy Agave Online from Us

Browse our online agave selection, including favourites like Agave havardiana, Agave ovatifolia Frosty Blue (Whales Tongue Agave), and Agave parryi. Simply add your chosen agaves to your cart for delivery anywhere in New Zealand. Each plant is securely packaged and shipped with detailed planting and care guides, ensuring successful establishment whether you're an experienced enthusiast or exploring agaves for the first time.

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There’s never been a better time to buy agave online and create the resilient, visually striking garden you’ve always wanted. Explore our continually updated selection and order your agave now for stunning landscape impact and years of easy-care enjoyment.

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