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Agave Encyclopedia

Encyclopedia of popular agave varieties with traits, care guides, and pricing.

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Agave Applanata

Agave applanata

Intermediate

A beautiful agave with blue-white wide leaves spreading flat. Cream Spike cultivar is famous.

ApplanataBlue-whiteFlat

Agave Franzosinii

Agave franzosini

Intermediate

One of the largest agaves. Magnificent sight with huge blue-white leaves spreading in fan shape.

FranzosiniiLargest classGiant
Agave Verschaffeltii

Agave Verschaffeltii

Agave verschaffeltii

Intermediate

Native to central Mexico. Beautiful blue-white leaves with wavy tooth impressions. Related to Potatorum but larger. Garden cultivars available.

Blue-whitePowderyMedium

Agave FAQ

How much do agave cost?
Small Titanota seedlings cost 2,000-10,000 yen, medium plants 10,000-50,000 yen, and select or rare varieties like Hakugei and Caesar can exceed 100,000 yen. Prices vary greatly by variety and condition.
Can beginners grow agave?
Agaves are drought-tolerant and hardy, making them easy for beginners. Place in a sunny spot with well-draining soil, and they're quite hard to fail with.
What are the key points for growing agave?
Sunlight, airflow, and drainage are the three essentials. Provide direct sunlight, use pumice or akadama-based soil, and water only when the pot is completely dry.
What should I check when buying agave?
Check whether it's rooted, leaves are developing healthily, and lower leaves aren't excessively dried. Imported bare-root plants require root establishment, so beginners should start with rooted domestically grown seedlings.
How long do agave live?
Agaves grow over decades and bloom only once in their lifetime before dying. However, they produce offsets, so with proper care you can enjoy them across generations.