Agave 'Sharkskin' (Sharkskin Agave)
Agave 'Sharkskin' (Sharkskin Agave)
Couldn't load pickup availability
Agave 'Sharkskin', commonly known as Sharkskin Agave, is a striking ornamental succulent prized for its broad, heavily textured blue-grey foliage. The thick leaves feature a distinctive rough, sharkskin-like surface that gives the plant exceptional architectural appeal and makes it a standout feature in contemporary landscapes, rockeries, and decorative containers. Its symmetrical rosette form provides strong visual structure and year-round interest.
Highly drought-tolerant and exceptionally low-maintenance, Sharkskin Agave thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it ideal for xeriscape and water-wise gardens. Its bold form and unique foliage texture create dramatic contrast when paired with other succulents, cacti, and architectural plants. With its sculptural appearance and outstanding resilience, Agave 'Sharkskin' is an excellent choice for modern landscape designs.

Collapsible content
Mature height
60–90 cm tall
Mature width
90–150 cm wide
Spacing
1–1.5 m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Blue-grey to silver-grey textured foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Mature plants may flower after many years with a tall flower spike
Sun tolerance
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Root System
Root System