Not all agaves shout for attention. Some simply sit in perfect form and let elegance do the talking. King Ferdinand Agave
is one of those rare plants that feels almost sculpted by hand — deep green leaves edged with delicate white markings,
arranged in a tight royal rosette that looks beautiful from every angle.
Slow growing and incredibly refined, this agave brings structure, sophistication, and year-round beauty to desert gardens,
modern landscapes, pottery collections, and curated courtyards. It’s one of the Hollow’s favorite “jewel box” agaves —
small enough for intimate spaces, but striking enough to anchor an entire planting design.
Water Needs: Low once established
Sun Needs: Full sun to part shade
Soil Requirements: Excellent drainage required; thrives in sandy or rocky soils
USDA Growing Zone: 8–11
Cold Hardiness: Approximately 15°F to 20°F
Mature Size: Typically 1–2 feet tall and wide
Native Origin: Mexico
King Ferdinand Agave is proof that smaller plants can still make a grand statement. Its compact form works beautifully in
elevated desert design where texture, symmetry, and restraint matter. Think of it as living architecture — quiet, timeless,
and impossibly handsome.
Want help pairing Agave ferdinandi-regis with companion plants, pottery, boulders, or other collector agaves?
Ask one of our Pollinators — we’d love to help you build something beautiful.
Not all agaves shout for attention. Some simply sit in perfect form and let elegance do the talking. King Ferdinand Agave
is one of those rare plants that feels almost sculpted by hand — deep green leaves edged with delicate white markings,
arranged in a tight royal rosette that looks beautiful from every angle.
Slow growing and incredibly refined, this agave brings structure, sophistication, and year-round beauty to desert gardens,
modern landscapes, pottery collections, and curated courtyards. It’s one of the Hollow’s favorite “jewel box” agaves —
small enough for intimate spaces, but striking enough to anchor an entire planting design.
Water Needs: Low once established
Sun Needs: Full sun to part shade
Soil Requirements: Excellent drainage required; thrives in sandy or rocky soils
USDA Growing Zone: 8–11
Cold Hardiness: Approximately 15°F to 20°F
Mature Size: Typically 1–2 feet tall and wide
Native Origin: Mexico
King Ferdinand Agave is proof that smaller plants can still make a grand statement. Its compact form works beautifully in
elevated desert design where texture, symmetry, and restraint matter. Think of it as living architecture — quiet, timeless,
and impossibly handsome.
Want help pairing Agave ferdinandi-regis with companion plants, pottery, boulders, or other collector agaves?
Ask one of our Pollinators — we’d love to help you build something beautiful.
