Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave
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About Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ is a striking variegated succulent grown for its narrow blue-green foliage edged with creamy-yellow margins. The colourful foliage and symmetrical rosette form create a strong architectural statement, making it an excellent choice for contemporary, coastal, and waterwise landscapes.
It performs best in full sun and free-draining soils, where the foliage develops the strongest colour contrast. The upright leaves create a more refined and compact appearance than many larger Agave species while still delivering year-round structure and visual impact. Once established, it requires minimal watering and maintenance.
They look excellent when used as feature specimens, coastal gardens, rockeries, decorative containers, and architectural plantings where foliage colour and drought tolerance are desired. The bright variegation makes this selection particularly effective in modern landscape designs.
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Key Information to Know
Evergreen / Deciduous
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 80cm - 1.2m
Mature Width: 1m - 1.5m
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is expected to grow 20cm - 40cm per year under suitable conditions.
Frost Tolerance
Is Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave frost tolerant?
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Flowering Information
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ produces tall flowering spikes bearing clusters of greenish-yellow flowers on mature plants. Flowering typically occurs only after many years of growth and creates a dramatic architectural display, although the plant is primarily valued for its narrow blue-green foliage highlighted by creamy-yellow variegated margins.
Native Information
Is Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave an Australian Native? No
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is Native to Cultivar selection of Agave angustifolia, a species native to Mexico and Central America.
Wildlife Value
Its mature flower spikes provide a valuable nectar source for bees and other beneficial pollinators when in bloom, supporting biodiversity within dry-climate and ornamental landscapes. The dense rosette structure can also provide sheltered microhabitats for beneficial insects within garden settings.
Sunlight Information
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave will thrive best in:
Preffered Soil
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ performs best in free-draining sandy or loam soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poor soils, rocky sites and coastal conditions provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as excess moisture can lead to root and crown problems. Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between watering once established to maintain healthy growth, foliage colour and long-term vigour.
Botanical Information
Botanical Information
Botanical Information
Common Name: Variegated Caribbean Agave
Genus: Agave
Botanical Species: angustifolia cultivar
Family: Asparagaceae
Botanical Name: Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’
Landscape Uses
Landscape Uses
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave works in an:
Planting, Spacing & Care
Planting, Spacing & Care
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Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is expected to grow 20cm - 40cm per year under suitable conditions.
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting
Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.
- 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
- 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
- 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
- 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
- 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
- 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
- 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
- 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
- 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
- 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)
Ideal Conditions
Ideal Conditions
Thrives in
Frost Tolerance
Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.
Drought Tolerance
As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through prolonged dry conditions with minimal supplementary watering.
Flowering Information
Flowering Information
Does Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Yellow
Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ produces tall flowering spikes bearing clusters of greenish-yellow flowers on mature plants. Flowering typically occurs only after many years of growth and creates a dramatic architectural display, although the plant is primarily valued for its narrow blue-green foliage highlighted by creamy-yellow variegated margins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
