{"product_id":"agave-americana-variegata","title":"Agave americana 'Variegata'","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you want a plant that makes a statement, Agave americana 'Variegata' delivers in the most dramatic fashion. This majestic succulent forms a bold rosette of thick, sword-shaped leaves edged in creamy yellow or white, with a sharp terminal spine. Native to Mexico and a staple of dry, sun-drenched landscapes the world over, it is one of the toughest plants you can grow. Note that it is monocarpic, meaning it will produce one spectacular, towering flower spike after many years, usually after 20 to 30 years, and then die. However, it leaves behind a ring of pups to carry on its legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize - 7-9 cm tall (May 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e☀️ Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eFull sun. This plant demands it and thrives on it.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e⚠️ Toxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eMildly to moderately toxic. The sap can cause skin and eye irritation. The terminal spine is sharp enough to cause injury. Keep children and pets away.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eVery low. Once a month or less in summer, and minimal to none in winter. One of the most drought-tolerant plants available.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e🌿 Fertilising\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eA single application of a slow-release fertiliser in spring is all it needs, if anything at all. Avoid over-fertilising.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e📏 Mature Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003e1 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e🌿 Difficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eEasy. Extremely tough and self-sufficient.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e🎨 Colours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eBlue-grey leaves with striking cream or yellow margins. The flower spike, when it eventually appears, can reach 6 to 8 metres tall.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e🛡️ Disease Resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eExcellent.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e🏜️ Drought Tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eExceptional.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e🔥 Heat Tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eExceptional.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e🪨 Poor Soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eYes. Thrives in rocky, sandy, and gravelly soils with excellent drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"font-weight: bold; padding: 4px 10px 4px 0; vertical-align: top; white-space: nowrap;\"\u003e📝 Additional Notes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 4px 0;\"\u003eFrost tolerant once established, to approximately -5 degrees Celsius. Handle with care due to the sharp spine at the tip of each leaf. A true statement plant for warm, dry gardens.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"The Succulent Gift Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42221319454766,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2754\/5390\/files\/agave-americana-variegata-7309957.jpg?v=1774997408","url":"https:\/\/thesucculentgiftco.com.au\/products\/agave-americana-variegata","provider":"The Succulent Gift Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}