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Adromischus marianiae ‘Lime Drops’ is a rare and eye-catching succulent native to South Africa, particularly found in the Northern Cape and Western Cape regions. This cultivar is known for its compact, warty, lime-green leaves that look like tiny pebbles or drops. The leaf texture is rough and thick, making it very distinct among Adromischus species.

Agave titanota is ’n baie gewilde, stadig-groeiende vetplant uit die Asparagaceae-familie en is inheems aan die semi-droë streke van Oaxaca, Meksiko. Hierdie spesie is bekend vir sy indrukwekkende, beeldhoukundige vorm en het breë, dik blare wat wissel van blougrys tot silwerig-groen, met opvallende, dramatiese tande langs die blaarrande en ’n kenmerkende eindsteek. Die blare vorm dikwels ’n digte roset, wat dit gewild maak onder versamelaars en landskapontwerpers. Dit groei die beste in volson en goed dreinerende grond, en is uiters droogtebestand sodra dit gevestig is. Water slegs wanneer die grond heeltemal droog is. Hoewel dit taai is, moet Agave titanota teen uiterste koue en ryp beskerm word. Met verloop van tyd kan dit uitlopers rondom die basis vorm, en soos alle agaves blom dit slegs een keer in sy leeftyd—gewoonlik ná baie jare—en sterf daarna af, maar laat ’n nuwe generasie agter deur die uitlopers.

Agave titanota ‘Blue Diamond’ is a stunning succulent prized for its compact form and dramatic foliage. With thick, broad leaves in a powdery blue-gray hue, this agave features bold, contrasting dark teeth along the edges, giving it a fierce, sculptural look. Native to the arid regions of Mexico, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it a perfect addition to rock gardens, xeriscapes, or container displays. Despite its tough exterior, this beauty adds elegance and structure to any space. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance — a true gem for collectors and desert plant lovers alike.

The Agave titanota ‘Crested’ is a rare and captivating mutation of the standard species, forming unique, fan-shaped growths that create dramatic sculptural forms. This crested variety exhibits dense, undulating ridges of blue-grey to silvery leaves, often adorned with white marginal spines and striking terminal teeth. Each plant develops its own distinctive shape, making it a true collector’s specimen.

Highly valued among succulent enthusiasts and botanical collectors, this slow-growing plant thrives in containers and controlled environments. It prefers bright light, minimal water, and well-draining soil. Due to its rarity and unpredictable growth pattern, each titanota crest is a living work of art.

The Agave titanota ‘Snuggle Tooth’ is a highly sought-after, compact succulent admired for its architectural form and distinct foliage. This exceptional cultivar features broad, blue-grey leaves with pronounced white margins and ornamental, tooth-like spines, giving it a sculptural and visually striking presence.

Ideal for collectors and landscape designers alike, ‘Snuggle Tooth’ thrives in containers, rock gardens, and water-wise landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and performs best in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil. Its slow growth habit makes it an excellent long-term addition to curated succulent collections.

The Agave victoriae-reginae ‘Sun King’ is a rare and distinguished cultivar of the Queen Victoria agave, celebrated for its compact rosette, striking geometry, and golden variegation. Its thick, dark green leaves are finely outlined in white and marked by bold yellow to gold margins, forming a visually arresting contrast that enhances its architectural beauty.

This slow-growing succulent is ideal for collectors, container gardening, and xeriscape designs. ‘Sun King’ is both drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil. Its neat, symmetrical growth habit makes it a standout focal point in any garden or collection.

Anacampseros baeseckei is a small, slow-growing succulent native to South Africa and Namibia. It forms compact clusters of short, cylindrical stems covered in dense, fuzzy white hairs that give it a soft, woolly appearance. The leaves are green but often turn purplish-red under bright light. In summer, it produces vibrant magenta-pink flowers that open during the afternoon. It thrives in well-draining soil with minimal watering and bright, filtered light—perfect for collectors and small-space gardens.

Argyroderma fissum is a small, clump-forming succulent native to the Namaqualand region of South Africa, particularly in the Northern Cape province. It belongs to the “living stone” group of succulents and is adapted to survive in extremely dry, rocky environments.

The plant forms pairs of smooth, rounded, grey-green leaves that resemble pebbles, with a central fissure from which its vibrant purple-pink flowers emerge—usually in late autumn to winter. It thrives in full sun, well-draining soil, and needs very little water, especially in summer dormancy.

It has a unique architectural form: leaves are tightly stacked in square, columnar rosettes that resemble a small temple or pagoda. The leaves are grey-green and flesh-thick, with triangular cross-sections. Flowers are small and pinkish, appearing rarely at the stem tips.