Variegated Dwarf Agave

Agave desmettiana 'Variegata'

Variegated Dwarf Agave  - Agave desmettiana 'Variegata'
Variegated Dwarf Agave  - Agave desmettiana 'Variegata'
Variegated Dwarf Agave  - Agave desmettiana 'Variegata'
Variegated Dwarf Agave  - Agave desmettiana 'Variegata'

Variegated Dwarf Agave

Agave desmettiana 'Variegata'

  • Agave desmettiana tolerates seaside conditions, deer, rabbits, and drought. Suitable for Xeriscape. If your looking for a mid-size Agave with a predictable growth, this is the one.  Blooms only once, then plant dies. Life span is approx 15 years. Great in Southwestern, modern, contemporary style gardens. Use in containers, poolside, rock gardens. Hardy to 32 deg. F.

PLEASE NOTE, ON ALL CACTI AND SUCCULENTS:  WHEN SELECTING DESIRED SIZE, 6" POTS ARE THE SAME SIZE AS 1 GALLON.  ONE GALLON POTS SIMPLY CONTAIN MORE SOIL.  NOTE THAT WHEN EITHER SIZE IS ORDERED, WE MAY SEND OUT YOUR PLANTS IN EITHER THE SHORT OR TALL CONTAINER.


Foliage: Evergreen

Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6+ Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Water Needs: Low

Bloom Season: Infrequent

Mature Height: 4-5'

Mature Width: 4-5'

Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Xeriscape, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Southwestern Garden, Mediterranean & Tuscan Garden, Seacoast Tolerant, Fire Resistant, Cacti & Succulents


Proper planting technique will help your plants thrive! Follow these simple steps to help your plants establish quickly, develop a strong root system, and live longer:

  • Properly dig the hole
  • Amend the soil to suit each particular plant
  • Place the plant and backfill the soil
  • Provide ample water for each particular plant
  • Review our how to plant guide!

For detailed information, please download our planting guides:

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List of delivery zones and rates.
Delivery Zone Delivery Rate
Zone 1 $69.00
Zone 2 $89.00
Zone 3 $109.00
Zone 4 $139.00
Zone 5 $179.00
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