Agave desmettiana ‘Variegata’, Dwarf Century Plant

Description

🌵 Agave desmettiana ‘Variegata’

Elegant • Low-Maintenance • Drought-Tolerant

Agave desmettiana ‘Variegata’ is a striking ornamental succulent known for its graceful, arching leaves edged in bright gold. This compact agave brings architectural beauty to any landscape or container garden. Its smooth, spineless leaves and bold variegation make it one of the most garden-friendly and eye-catching agaves available.

🌿 Features:

• Color: Blue-green leaves with bright yellow to creamy margins

• Form: Rosette growth with slightly recurved, smooth-edged leaves

• Size: Typically grows 2–3 ft tall and 3–4 ft wide

• Pups: Produces offshoots that can be divided for propagation

☀️ Care Requirements:

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Water: Low — water sparingly once established

• Soil: Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil

• Hardiness: USDA zones 9–11; protect from frost

🪴 Tips:

• Excellent for xeriscapes, rock gardens, and patio containers

• Protect from freezing temperatures; grow in pots in cooler climates

• Allow soil to fully dry out between waterings