Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave

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Size: 30cm

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All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 40–60 cm

Mature Width: 50–80 cm

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave is expected to grow 10–20 cm per year (slow).

Root Ball Dimensions

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)

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Uses in my Garden

Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave works in an:

Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
Succulent / Dry Garden – sculptural planting with cacti, agaves, and drought-style textures.

Is Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave Evergreen or Deciduous?

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 40–60 cm

Mature Width: 50–80 cm

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave is expected to grow 10–20 cm per year (slow).

Growth Rate of Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave is expected to grow 10–20 cm per year (slow).

They are considered to have a:

Slow Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave

Is Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave frost tolerant?

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave Flower?

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ flowers only once at full maturity, producing a tall spike of greenish-yellow blooms above the foliage. While infrequent, the display is highly architectural, with the plant primarily valued for its compact blue-grey rosettes and distinctive toothed leaf margins.

Does Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Not Applicable

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Is Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave an Australian Native Tree?

No

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave is Native to Mexico, where compact agave species grow naturally in dry rocky landscapes and arid environments.

What is the Wildlife Value of Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave ?

Its mature flower spikes provide nectar for bees and other beneficial pollinators when in bloom. The compact rosette structure also creates sheltered microhabitats for small insects and reptiles, supporting biodiversity within dry garden settings.

How much Sunlight does Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave need?

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ performs best in free-draining sandy or gravelly soils with a neutral to alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poorer soils provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can quickly lead to root and crown rot. Keep soil lightly moist during establishment, then allow the soil to dry thoroughly between watering as the plant matures.

Is Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave Drought Tolerant?

Is Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish evenly, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, ‘Dragon Toes’ shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably in hot, dry conditions with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave is expected to grow 10–20 cm per year (slow).

Slow Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape if used as hedging or screening. For a clear trunk feature, remove lower branches as the tree grows.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional scale or caterpillar inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Agave pygmaea ‘Dragon Toes’ – Dragon Toes Agave in Different Soil

Agave pygmaea performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.