Agave hyb.’Little Shark’

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Agave hyb. ‘Little Shark’
Family: Asparagaceae (Agavoideae)
Common Name: Little Shark Agave
Origin: Hybrid selection; tissue-cultured for precision and consistency
Description:
Agave ‘Little Shark’ is a compact, high-contrast hybrid agave with a fierce presence packed into a perfectly symmetrical rosette. Measuring about 2 feet tall and equally wide, this selection features tightly arranged blue-gray leaves outlined in deep black margins, each ending in a sharply defined terminal spine. The combination of form and color creates a visually arresting plant with minimal footprint and maximum impact.

Its dramatic silhouette and compact habit make ‘Little Shark’ a standout in containers, modern gardens, or tight landscape compositions where architectural form is key. This is a bold, clean plant with a predator’s poise—small, but never subtle.

Climate & Hardiness:

  • Zones: USDA 9–11
  • Cold Hardiness: To ~25°F (-3.8°C) when mature and well-drained
  • Sunlight: Full sun preferred; part sun tolerated with slower growth
  • Heat Tolerance: Excellent; thrives in arid, hot climates
  • Humidity: Low to moderate; avoid overly wet conditions

Planting & Care Tips:

  • Soil: Sharp-draining soil or cactus mix; avoid heavy or wet soils
  • Watering: Low; allow soil to fully dry between waterings
  • Growth Rate: Moderate; slow in cool climates
  • Maintenance: Minimal; clean older leaves occasionally
  • Container Use: Excellent for pots, narrow beds, and design-focused layouts

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Details

Propagation:
Tissue cultured at Rancho Tissue Technologies to ensure uniformity and genetic stability. Each ‘Little Shark’ rosette maintains the same striking form and coloring as the original mother plant.
Landscape & Design Uses:

  • Ideal for modern, minimal, or desert-themed landscapes
  • Excellent in containers, rock gardens, or front-of-border plantings
  • Visually striking against dark gravel, concrete, or steel elements
  • Compact size makes it perfect for urban gardens or small spaces
  • Strong silhouette adds year-round interest with no offsets

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