Agave 'Dorado'

Agave ‘Dorado’ – Golden-Edged Architectural Beauty | Rare Variegated Succulent | Striking Landscape Focal Point

Bring a touch of luxury to your garden or plant collection with Agave ‘Dorado’, a rare and exquisite variegated agave celebrated for its bold golden-yellow leaf margins and perfect symmetrical form. Each broad, powdery blue-green leaf is elegantly edged in luminous gold, creating a radiant display that commands attention in any setting. Sharp, dark terminal spines add a modern sculptural edge, making it both ornamental and architectural.

Why You’ll Love Agave ‘Dorado’

• Rare Variegation: Brilliant golden margins contrast dramatically with cool blue-green foliage.
• Sculptural Presence: Perfect rosette form brings instant elegance and modern style.
• Compact Growth: Matures to 30–45 cm tall and wide, ideal for pots, patios, or garden beds.
• Water-Wise: Extremely drought-tolerant once established—perfect for low-maintenance landscapes.

Care & Growing Tips

• Light: Full sun to partial shade; bright light enhances variegation.
• Soil: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix.
• Watering: Deeply but infrequently—allow soil to dry fully between waterings.
• Climate: Protect from frost; ideal for warm, dry environments or sheltered containers in cooler regions.

Whether showcased in a decorative pot, integrated into a desert-inspired garden, or used as a statement piece in a modern landscape, Agave ‘Dorado’ offers year-round brilliance and enduring style.

The first four photos serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.

Plants are shipped as bare root.

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We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!

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