Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave

• Feature Tree
• Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
• Underplanting

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave works in an:

• Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 80cm to 1.2m

Mature Width: 1m to 1.5m

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is expected to grow 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions.

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is expected to grow 20cm to 40cm per year under suitable conditions.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave frost tolerant?

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

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.

Does Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer

Flower Type:

• Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Yellow

No

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave is Native to Cultivar selection of Agave angustifolia, a species native to Mexico and Central America.

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.

Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

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.

Is Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’ – Variegated Caribbean Agave Drought tolerant?

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.