Agave Ovatifolia Vanzie

Agave ovatifolia 'Vanzie' is a striking and highly sought-after selection of the Whale’s Tongue Agave, admired for its broad, cupped leaves and beautifully symmetrical rosette. The 'Vanzie' form stands out with its slightly lighter, more glaucous-blue foliage and a pronounced architectural shape, making it a standout focal point in any drought-tolerant garden or modern landscape.

Key Characteristics

• Botanical Name: Agave ovatifolia 'Vanzie'

• Common Name: Whale’s Tongue Agave – Vanzie Form

• Foliage: Powdery blue to silvery-grey with deep cupping

• Growth Habit: Large solitary rosette, symmetrical, compact form

• Size: Typically grows 60–120 cm tall and 90–150 cm wide at maturity

• Cold Hardy: Tolerates light frost and temperatures down to -6°C once established

• Lifespan: Long-lived, monocarpic (flowers once near the end of its life cycle)

Care Instructions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade. Best colour and compact form are achieved in full sun.

• Watering: Drought-tolerant once established. Water deeply but infrequently. Allow soil to completely dry out between waterings.

• Soil: Well-draining, sandy or rocky soil. Avoid heavy or water-retentive soils.

• Fertiliser: Not required, but a slow-release, low-nitrogen fertiliser in spring can encourage healthy growth.

• Container Growing: Suitable for large pots with excellent drainage.

• Pests/Disease: Generally pest-resistant. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

The first two 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. The plant will be shipped bare rooted.

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