Why Customers Love the Arizona Smiles Agave
• Clean, architectural rosette with white-edged leaves
• Cold hardy to ~15°F
• Thrives in full sun and extreme heat
• Compact, space-friendly size
• Extremely drought tolerant & low maintenance
Arizona Smiles Agave Hybrid 🌵❄️
Cold-Hardy, Architectural & Effortlessly Beautiful
The Arizona Smiles Agave Hybrid is a striking, low-maintenance agave that combines rugged durability with refined, modern beauty. This hybrid—created from Agave lechuguilla × Agave ‘Sharkskin’—features smooth, dark green leaves edged with crisp white margins, forming a bold, symmetrical rosette that looks great year-round.
Designed for heat, sun, and cold tolerance, Arizona Smiles is an excellent choice for containers, small gardens, and drought-tolerant landscapes.
🌵 Key Features & Growing Habits
Cold Hardy & Reliable ❄️
This agave can tolerate nighttime temperatures down to approximately 15°F, making it a strong choice for regions that experience winter cold where many agaves fail.
Sun & Heat Loving ☀️
Thrives in full sun and performs exceptionally well in hot, arid conditions. Ideal for desert, Mediterranean, and water-wise landscapes.
Compact, Manageable Size 📏
• Mature size: approx. 3 ft × 3 ft
• Our 5-gallon plants: average 10" × 10"
Perfect for containers, patios, courtyards, and smaller garden spaces.
Low Maintenance & Drought Tolerant 💧
Once established, Arizona Smiles requires minimal water and care, making it ideal for xeriscaping and low-effort landscapes.
🌿 Perfect for Many Uses
🪴 Container Gardening
A standout in decorative pots where its symmetry and contrast can be fully appreciated.
🏜️ Xeriscaping & Water-Wise Gardens
Excellent choice for dry climates and drought-tolerant designs.
🏡 Modern & Architectural Landscapes
Adds structure, contrast, and year-round interest without overwhelming the space.
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🌱 Premium Quality Plants
Each Arizona Smiles Agave is hand-selected for health, form, and coloration.
📦 Safe, Stress-Free Shipping
Plants are carefully wrapped and packaged to arrive in excellent condition. Every order includes easy-to-follow planting, watering, and general care instructions.