Utah Agave
Agave utahensis
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–48" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CA, NV, UT
Pollinators
bees, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Agave forms a compact rosette of blue-green leaves with sharp spines along the edges. This drought-tolerant succulent maintains its neat appearance year-round and produces tall flower spikes in late spring and summer before dying back, leaving offsets to continue the colony.
In an HOA neighborhood
Utah Agave is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- Sharp spines pose safety concerns near walkways
- Parent plant dies after flowering creating temporary gaps
Wildlife value
The dramatic flower spikes attract hummingbirds and native bees during the blooming period. The dense rosette structure can provide shelter for small desert wildlife.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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