Agave Angustifolia, Caribbean Agave

Agave angustifolia var. marginata, also known as Agave 'Variegated Caribbean', is a visually striking plant celebrated for its variegated foliage and substantial size. This slow-growing succulent features narrow and stiff leaves with bright white margins, creating a captivating aesthetic in any garden or landscape setting.

To design a captivating landscape featuring the Agave Caribbean Angustifolia, consider the following elements:

Plant Placement: Place the Agave Caribbean Angustifolia as a focal point in your landscape design. Its striking variegated foliage will draw attention and add visual interest.

Complementary Plants: Surround the Agave with low-maintenance succulents or drought-tolerant plants to create a cohesive desert-themed garden. Consider plants with contrasting textures and colors to enhance the beauty of the Agave.

Rock Features: Incorporate rocks or boulders to complement the rugged appearance of the Agave and add texture to the landscape.

Mulching: Use gravel or rocks as mulch around the Agave to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and enhance the overall aesthetic.

Lighting: Install subtle lighting to highlight the Agave and create a dramatic effect in the evenings. This can accentuate the plant's unique features and create a visually appealing nighttime display.

Remember to consider the plant's growth habit, mature size, and sunlight requirements when designing your landscape to ensure the Agave Caribbean Angustifolia thrives in its new environment.

Care Guide

Additional Care and Maintenance Tips

DISCLOSURE - Please be advise Agaves contain thorns at the tip of every leave, Be very careful when handling Agave Plants and make sure to wear protective gear in order to avoid accidental injuries.

Please note Agave are susceptible to some yellowing and browning of the bottom leaves, this is a natural process as the plant grows and shoots new leaves bottom ones will begin to deteriorate gradually, you may prune the frond from the bottom section of its own stem about an inch from the main trunk, this will also help the plant remain vibrant and promote new growth while exposing the main trunk.

PLANTING AND CARE - Dig a hole approximately twice as wide as your new plant’s root ball and deep enough so that the top of the root ball is parallel with the ground level. Place the plant in the hole and ensure that it is situated upright, use the excavated soil to back fill around the root ball, tamp down to ensure air pockets are eliminated, thoroughly soak with a hose as you fill in the dirt. A 2-3 inch layer of organic hardwood mulch is strongly recommended, it will help retain moisture and discourage weed growth.

LIGHT - Thrives in FULL SUN, tolerates partial shade.

WATER - Agave  plants are very drought tolerant, water twice a week during the first two months, once stablished rain water will suffix.

FERTILIZING – No need to fertilize right away, We fertilize our plants during the production phase with slow release fertilizer which can last an additional 2-3 months supplying residual nutrients to the plant.

INSECTS OR DESEASES - Agave is not regularly affected by pests or disease.

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How do you measure height for Agave plants?

Approximate height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the highest point of the the tallest leaf.

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