Agave lophantha 'Quadricolour' is a striking, medium-sized succulent native to Mexico and Texas, known for its eye-catching variegated foliage. Its compact, rosette-forming habit and stunning colouration make it an excellent ornamental feature in rock gardens, xeriscaping, or container planting.
Distinctive Features
Variegated Foliage: Leaves display a remarkable blend of green, yellow, and cream with a distinct central stripe.
Sharp Red Spines: Each leaf is lined with serrated edges ending in a sharp terminal spine, enhancing its dramatic appearance.
Compact Growth: Forms a tidy, symmetrical rosette, making it ideal for both ground planting and pots.
Care Tips
Light: Thrives in full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Water: Requires minimal watering; let soil dry between waterings.
Humidity: Prefers dry conditions and is highly drought-resistant.
Temperature: Hardy in temperatures down to -5°C, but protect from prolonged frost.
Fertiliser: Low feeding needs; occasional fertiliser during growing season encourages healthy growth.
Potting: Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil in a container with drainage holes.
Propagation: Produces offsets that can be separated and replanted.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
