Murphey's AgaveMurphey's Agave Arizona's Toughest Native Agave for Phoenix Landscapes Murphey's Agave (Agave murpheyi) is one of the toughest and most historically significant agaves native to central Arizona. This medium sized agave forms a dense, symmetrical rosette of blue green to gray green leaves with small reddish brown teeth along the margins and a sharp terminal spine. Growing 23 feet tall and 34 feet wide, it's the perfect size for residential landscapes

Within two to three warm seasons the clumps knit together into a solid tropical band

Blue Barrel: blue-skinned barrel that contrasts the dark green globe

Yes — it's considered one of the better trees for pool-adjacent planting in Phoenix because its small compound leaflets are less intrusive than large leaves

For faster impact

Few trees bloom as long or as prolifically in Phoenix heat as Chitalpa

Plant in groups of 3–5 at 2–3 foot spacing for a dramatic massed border

Thrives in Phoenix summer heat

or designing a dramatic entryway in Gilbert — Bird of Paradise Multi is the definitive choice for bold

This agave is completely safe around children and pets with no sharp terminal spines

A decorative layer of gravel or decomposed granite around the plant helps retain moisture and accentuates its beautiful color tones

it's a versatile performer that handles full sun to partial shade and thrives on minimal water once established — making it ideal for Scottsdale

One mature plant easily anchors an entry bed