White striped century plantThe Elegant White Centered Agave for Phoenix Desert Gardens White Striped Century Plant (Agave americana 'Mediopicta Alba') is one of the most refined variegated agaves available for Phoenix Valley landscapes. Each broad, blue green leaf features a striking creamy white center stripe that creates a cool, luminous contrast especially stunning in morning and evening light. This heat tolerant, drought resistant agave combines classic Century Plant

Compact enough for containers yet bold enough to anchor a garden bed

spineless stems while Senita develops the characteristic whisker spines

Stake if needed — use stakes and soft ties to support the plant until roots establish (3–6 months)

The leaf tips have minimal points

run a line 3 to 4 feet apart

Watering Agave Celsii in Phoenix

It tolerates caliche as long as the planting hole drains and asks for very little water once established

In Scottsdale and Mesa

Is it drought-tolerant once established

or if you want lush leafy greenery rather than fine waxy stems

develops character with age Beaked Yucca Uses in Phoenix Landscapes

The bloom display is spectacular and attracts yucca moths for pollination