Weber's Agave
Agave weberi
A soft-tipped agave that attracts hummingbirds to its towering flower spike and offers winter color interest.
Hardy to about 20-25°F, USDA 9-11; a low-desert agave with moderate frost tolerance.
AMWUA Notes
Large, low-water agave with soft tips that pups readily for easy division.
Care Guide
Water every 2-3 weeks in summer while establishing, then monthly; sharp drainage prevents rot.
Remove withered lower leaves; monocarpic, so remove after bloom and retain the freely produced pups.
Optional light spring feeding.
Agave snout weevil is the key concern; treat preventively and remove any collapsing plants.
Soft-tipped and relatively frost-tolerant, but leaf tips can burn in hard cold; hummingbirds visit the flower spike.
Soil, Feeding & Propagation
Fast-draining mineral soil or decomposed granite; low organic matter
Needs sharp, fast-draining soil.
Low feeder.
Offsets (pups), produced freely
3-4 ft
Shallow, non-invasive roots; soft-tipped and relatively path-safe
Placement Tips
- •Good near pools since the leaf tips are soft rather than needle-sharp.
- •Give room for the 3 ft spread.
- •Plant in fast-draining soil.
- •Use in modern or hummingbird gardens.
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Data from 2024 AMWUA “Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert” guide.
Weber's Agave — common questions
Answers for low-desert Phoenix conditions, drawn from this plant’s growing data.
How much water does Weber's Agave need in Phoenix?
Weber's Agave is a very low-water succulent once established. Water every 2-3 weeks in summer while establishing, then monthly; sharp drainage prevents rot. Large, low-water agave with soft tips that pups readily for easy division.
How big does Weber's Agave get?
Expect roughly 2 ft tall and 3 ft wide at maturity, with a slow growth rate. Allow about 3-4 ft of spacing when planting. Shallow, non-invasive roots; soft-tipped and relatively path-safe.
Can you plant Weber's Agave near a pool?
Yes. Weber's Agave is considered pool-friendly, meaning it stays clean enough around water features and hardscape. Litter is rated low.
Can Weber's Agave handle Arizona heat and winter frost?
Weber's Agave is hardy in USDA 9-11 and wants full sun. Hardy to about 20-25°F, USDA 9-11; a low-desert agave with moderate frost tolerance. Soft-tipped and relatively frost-tolerant, but leaf tips can burn in hard cold; hummingbirds visit the flower spike.
Does Weber's Agave have thorns?
No. Weber's Agave is thornless, so it is safe alongside walkways, patios and play areas.
Is Weber's Agave safe around pets?
Weber's Agave is listed as pet-friendly in this guide. If your dog is a determined chewer, check any new plant with your vet before planting.
When does Weber's Agave bloom in Arizona?
Weber's Agave blooms in spring, with yellow flowers.
How much maintenance does Weber's Agave need?
Weber's Agave is low-maintenance. Leaf, flower and pod litter is rated low. Remove withered lower leaves; monocarpic, so remove after bloom and retain the freely produced pups.
What kind of soil does Weber's Agave need?
Fast-draining mineral soil or decomposed granite; low organic matter. Nutrient needs are low. Optional light spring feeding.
Is Weber's Agave native to Arizona?
No. Weber's Agave is not an Arizona native; it originates from the Horticultural origin, but it is grown successfully in low-desert landscapes here.