Dwarf Butterfly AgaveThe Perfect Miniature Agave for Phoenix Containers and Rock Gardens Dwarf Butterfly Agave (Agave potatorum) is a compact, symmetrical agave prized for its broad, paddle shaped leaves tipped with dark red brown terminal spines. Each leaf is edged with subtle teeth and covered in a powdery blue gray coating that gives the entire rosette a silvery, sculptural appearance. Staying small enough to thrive in containers for years, Dwarf Butterfly Agave is the

Gopher Plant Details

Warm soil and mild air settle roots before winter

a light 20% organic blend mixed with native soil is sufficient and encourages roots to spread outward

Yes — mature plants develop multiple arms branching from the base

Plant it where the branching silhouette stands clear of walkways and seating

Little Ollie Olive

For larger specimens (25 gallon+)

or plant in odd-numbered groups of 3 to 5 for a natural drift

Established plants are extremely drought-tolerant and can survive on rainfall alone in normal years

Month 1–2: Reduce to every 3–4 days

It performs reliably year-round in the Valley with no frost protection needed

Argentine Giant Cactus Plant Details