{"product_id":"queen-victoria-agave","title":"Queen Victoria Agave (Agave victoriae-reginae) – Jewel of the Agaves – Grown in Elfin Forest, California","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"160\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"163\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"760\" data-start=\"284\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"336\" data-start=\"309\"\u003eAgave victoriae-reginae\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong data-end=\"375\" data-start=\"351\"\u003eQueen Victoria Agave\u003c\/strong\u003e, is often called the \u003cstrong data-end=\"422\" data-start=\"397\"\u003e“jewel of the Agaves”\u003c\/strong\u003e for its compact size, exquisite form, and intricate white leaf markings. This premium, seed-grown variety is the \u003cstrong data-end=\"553\" data-start=\"536\"\u003esolitary type\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning it does not produce offsets or pups, unlike the more common pupping varieties. Its slow growth and perfect symmetry make it a highly desirable choice for collectors and design-focused landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1042\" data-start=\"762\"\u003eWith its striking architectural form, the Queen Victoria Agave is perfect as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"869\" data-start=\"841\"\u003especimen container plant\u003c\/strong\u003e or as a bold accent in a drought-tolerant landscape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1292\" data-start=\"1120\"\u003eEach plant is grown in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003eElfin Forest, California\u003c\/strong\u003e, and sold by \u003cstrong data-end=\"1220\" data-start=\"1185\"\u003epot size.\u003c\/strong\u003e Please refer to the photos for visual examples of each available size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1294\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1294\"\u003eLarger specimens may be available upon request — please contact us if you're interested in a bigger size.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"962\" data-start=\"959\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"964\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"966\"\u003eDescription Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"964\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1114\" data-start=\"1082\"\u003eCompact, symmetrical rosette\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with distinctive white markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1149\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1151\"\u003eNative to Mexico\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — locally grown in Elfin Forest, California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1238\" data-start=\"1220\"\u003eOutdoor height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: approx. 1–2 ft (30–60 cm); 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If you would like to upgrade to Express, just send us a message before checking out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003eCuttings are packed carefully to ensure they arrive healthy and intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eWeather Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please keep an eye on your local forecast before ordering. If temperatures are below \u003cstrong data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003e55°F\u003c\/strong\u003e in your area, we recommend purchasing a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eheat pack\u003c\/strong\u003e, available as a separate item in our shop. 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