Desert strength, sculpted in silver-green. A native gem of the high desert, NeoMexican Agave brings structure, symmetry, and quiet resilience to the landscape. Its compact rosette of blue-green leaves—often edged with soft teeth and a terminal spine—feels both architectural and grounded. Unlike many agaves, this one welcomes the cold, making it a reliable choice for Southern Utah gardens where winter matters. It’s a steady, sculptural anchor in waterwise design.
Sun: Full Sun
Water: Low
Mature Size: 1–2 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide
Cold Tolerance: Down to -10°F (with excellent drainage)
Native To: New Mexico and Southwest U.S.
Plant it where drainage is sharp and the sun is strong—think slopes, berms, and rocky soils. This agave thrives on a little neglect and rewards you with years of structure and ease.
“Is this agave truly cold hardy here?”
“How does this compare to parryi or havardiana?”
Waterwise • Thoughtfully Grown • Desert Adapted
Cold hardy in Southern Utah with proper drainage
Desert strength, sculpted in silver-green. A native gem of the high desert, NeoMexican Agave brings structure, symmetry, and quiet resilience to the landscape. Its compact rosette of blue-green leaves—often edged with soft teeth and a terminal spine—feels both architectural and grounded. Unlike many agaves, this one welcomes the cold, making it a reliable choice for Southern Utah gardens where winter matters. It’s a steady, sculptural anchor in waterwise design.
Sun: Full Sun
Water: Low
Mature Size: 1–2 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide
Cold Tolerance: Down to -10°F (with excellent drainage)
Native To: New Mexico and Southwest U.S.
Plant it where drainage is sharp and the sun is strong—think slopes, berms, and rocky soils. This agave thrives on a little neglect and rewards you with years of structure and ease.
“Is this agave truly cold hardy here?”
“How does this compare to parryi or havardiana?”
Waterwise • Thoughtfully Grown • Desert Adapted
Cold hardy in Southern Utah with proper drainage
