Whale’s Tongue Agave

Whale’s Tongue Agave shows wide, blue-gray leaves with bold curves; sun-loving, drought-tough, and sculptural in landscapes.

SKU: SG-P611

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Description

Agave ovatifolia, or Whale’s Tongue Agave, is a collector’s gem with broad, blue-gray leaves that curve like a whale’s tongue. This striking rosette thrives in full sun and sandy soils, requiring only occasional deep watering once mature. Ideal as a dramatic specimen in modern landscapes or coastal gardens, it pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses or flowering perennials.

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Characteristics

Mature Height

3–4 ft

Mature Width

4–6 ft

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth Rate

Slow to moderate; 4–8 inches per year. Maturity in 6–10 years.