Havard's Century Plant not-edible or poolside accent

or poolside accent

Fall planting (October–November) is ideal — warm soil promotes root development while cooler air reduces transplant stress

or play areas

Warm soil and mild air let large specimens establish before winter

It is not the right choice for deep shade

Havard's Century Plant not-edible or poolside accentHavard's Century Plant The Cold Hardy Desert Giant for Phoenix Gardens Havard's Century Plant (Agave havardiana) is one of the most cold hardy and visually striking large agaves available for Phoenix Valley landscapes. This rugged West Texas native forms a broad, dense rosette of thick blue gray leaves with bold dark teeth along the margins and a stout terminal spine. Growing 34 feet tall and 45 feet wide, it creates a powerful architectural presence