Agave SalmianaArizona's Classic Maguey The Giant Agave for Bold Desert Landscapes Agave salmiana, commonly known as Maguey de Pulque or Giant Maguey, is one of the largest and most dramatic agaves you can grow in the Phoenix Valley. Its massive, arching blue green leaves form towering rosettes that reach 56 feet tall and 810 feet wide making it a true statement piece in any landscape. This heat loving, drought tolerant giant thrives on neglect once established.

a trellis system

Individual rosettes maintain their clean

It doesn't drop leaves in winter

skip the water basin

decomposed granite

or set a matched pair on either side of a doorway

Winter (Dec to Jan): Stays evergreen but is one of the more frost-tender agaves

Bradford Pear can handle Phoenix summers with deep biweekly irrigation

Months 1–3: Every 4–5 days

if necessary

known for its elegant and sophisticated appearance

Border Length Plants Needed (2 ft spacing) 6 ft 3 to 4 plants 12 ft 6 to 7 plants 20 ft 10 to 11 plants 30 ft 15 to 16 plants It stays low and spiny rather than barbed