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Plant of the month. This is an incredible feature plant – Agave Salmiana

This is an incredible feature plant – Agave Salmiana

PLANT OF THE MONTH. HORTICULTURE

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Outdoor Establishments Horticulture Team

Date June 19 2021

Author Outdoor Establishments

Photography Natalie Hunfalvay

The Agave salmiana, or as it is commonly known 'Giant Agave', is not a difficult plant to grow. Similar to most Agave, it thrives when left to its own devices. This Agave is a relatively slow grower, making them fantastic for use in planters or pot, as you can see from our Giant Agave at Outdoor Establishments head office.


Native to Southern / Central Mexico, the Giant Agave thrives in dry heat. However, they still perform well in Sydney's humidity. Whether it is a sunny position in a large garden or a corner in your courtyard (space permitting), the Giant Agave will soon command attention and become a feature within your home. 


Botanical Name  Agave salmiana

Common Name  Giant Agave/ Green Giant

Origin  Mexico

Height  1.5m

Width  3.2m

Tolerates  Dry summer, drought

Likes  Full sun, well-drained soil


Are you a fellow Agave or Cacti lover? Maybe you dream of a Southern Californian / Mexican inspired garden, here in Sydney?

The Outdoor Establishments landscape architects + garden design team would love chat and set up a consultation with you today.