Add strong colour and structure to your garden with Agave ‘Lipstick’, a striking compact agave known for its blue-green foliage and distinctive red to burgundy leaf margins. The coloured edges give each leaf a bold outline, creating an attractive contrast against the cooler tones of the plant. The neat rosette shape makes this agave particularly suited to decorative pots, rockeries, succulent gardens, and modern Australian landscapes. It is also a good choice if you want a feature plant that needs little watering once established. What Makes Agave ‘Lipstick’ Special? Striking Red Leaf Edges The broad, fleshy leaves range from blue-green to grey-green, with red or burgundy colouring along the margins. The colour can become stronger when the plant receives plenty of light. Compact Rosette ‘Lipstick’ develops a tidy, symmetrical rosette that gives it a strong architectural appearance. It works well as a standalone feature or alongside other succulents. Hardy and Drought Tolerant Like many agaves, it handles dry conditions well once established. This makes it useful for water-wise gardens and areas where regular watering is not practical. Great for Australian Gardens Its bold shape and low water needs make it suitable for sunny patios, rockeries, decorative containers, and warm, dry garden settings. Agave ‘Lipstick’ Care Light: Give it full sun to bright filtered light. Good light helps maintain strong leaf colour and form. In very hot locations, some protection from intense afternoon sun may help prevent scorching. Water: Water thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry completely before watering again. Reduce watering during cooler or wetter periods. Soil: Use a gritty, free-draining cactus or succulent mix. Avoid heavy soils that remain wet for long periods. Temperature: Prefers warm conditions. Protect the plant from frost and prolonged cold. Feeding: A light application of cactus or succulent fertiliser during active growth can support healthy development. Where to Grow It Agave ‘Lipstick’ can be used in: Decorative pots and containers Rockeries and succulent gardens Sunny patios and balconies Water-wise Australian gardens Modern landscape designs Mixed agave and succulent displays Its red-edged leaves also make it a useful contrast plant when combined with silver, green, or blue-toned succulents. Common and Alternative Names This plant is commonly sold as Agave ‘Lipstick’. The name refers to the distinctive red colouring around the leaf edges. Plant names can vary between growers, so checking the botanical name on the listing is recommended when comparing plants. Frequently Asked Questions 1. Does Agave ‘Lipstick’ need full sun? It grows well in full sun and bright light. Strong light can help bring out the red colouring along the leaf margins. In very hot Australian conditions, some afternoon protection may be useful. 2. How often should I water Agave ‘Lipstick’? There is no fixed watering schedule. Check the soil first and water only when it has dried completely. During cooler or rainy periods, the plant will usually need much less water. 3. Can Agave ‘Lipstick’ grow in a pot? Yes. Its compact rosette makes it well suited to containers. Choose a pot with drainage holes and use a free-draining succulent mix. 4. Why are the red leaf edges less visible on my plant? Leaf colour can change with light, temperature, watering, and growing conditions. A plant grown in lower light may show less intense red colouring. 5. Is Agave ‘Lipstick’ suitable for a small Australian garden? Yes. Its compact form and low water requirements make it useful for smaller gardens, courtyards, balconies, rockeries, and container displays. Just allow enough room for the rosette to develop. Plant Size and Shipping The succulent plant shown comes in a 130mm diameter nursery pot. The photographs are representative only, so the plant you receive may differ slightly in size, shape, and colour. Every plant develops differently. Agave ‘Lipstick’ is a strong choice for anyone looking for a hardy feature succulent with unusual red-edged foliage and a clean, architectural shape. Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations.View Shipping options
