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Cacti Agave and More
Across the Western United States, nothing symbolizes both the beauty of the desert and the hardiness of native plants more than cacti and agave. Available in limitless sizes, styles and textures, most of these plants thrive in hot sunny conditions and are naturally some of the lowest water using plants in the world.
Types of Cacti Agave and More
Cholla
Opuntia varieties
Many species of Cholla are found in the desert Southwest. We take pride to find and stock the most attractive and unique specimens available in Arizona.
Queen Victoria Agave
Agave victoriana
The Queen Victoria Agave form a well rounded symmetrical cluster of uniform leaves that look fantastic in any desert landscape, especially when planted in rows.
Century Plant
Agave americana
One of the largest available Agave, Century Plants grow a pup cluster of large blue-green leaves forming at the base of the plant that's ideal for open areas.
Variegated Century Plant
Agave americana varigata
Variegated Century Plants share the same growing traits with other Century Plants, but boast a yellow to cream white marginal variegation along the leaves.
Weber's Century Plant
Agave weberii
Murphy's Agave is a slow growing Agave with blue-green to yellow leaves that form an upright rosette. Native to Arizona and Mexico, this Agave loves the sun.
Parry's Agave
Agave parryii
Unrivaled when it comes to sculptural beauty and character, Parry's Agave thrives in hot and dry climates. Cold hardy, it’s a spectacular landscape gem!
Murphy's Agave
Agave murphyii
Murphy's Agave is a slow growing Agave with blue-green to yellow leaves that form an upright rosette. Native to Arizona and Mexico, this Agave loves the sun.
Golden Barrel Cactus
Echinocactus grusonii
Named for its unmistakable shape and bright golden tint, the Golden Barrel Cactus grows very slowly, allowing landscapers to ensure the perfectly round shape stays intact.
Fishhook Barrel Cactus
Echinocactus grusonii
Fishhook Barrel Cactus are named such for the long, curved thorns that cover the length of the cactus' ridges. Displays an orange-yellow bloom in spring.
Totem Pole Cactus
Pachycereus schottii f. monstrosus
Thornless and smooth to the touch, this cactus grows long stems with a bumpy structure unique to each plant specimen.
Mexican Fence Post
Pachycereus Marginatus
Native to Mexico, this post-style Cactus grows multiple long stems straight from the base. Small pink flowers will form along the cacti's ridges for added spring color.
Argentine Toothpick
Stetsonia coryne
This cactus forms arms from the main stem covered in long, "toothpick" style thorns. A great classic cactus look. Let Moon Valley do the planting!
Hercules Aloe
Aloe barberae
Hercules Aloe grow to be quite large - up to 15 feet - and due to the leaves' red/bronze tint, a great way to add a splash a color to your desert landscape.
Aloe Vera
Aloe barbadensis
Aloe Vera is commonly known for its many medicinal uses, but it's also a fantastic specimen of native desert life that looks right at home in many landscapes.
Sticks on Fire
Euphorbia tirucalli
Fast becoming one of our most popular varieties, Sticks on Fire have an amazing coral structure and natural color, turning a bright fiery red in the winter.
Beaver Tail Prickly Pear
Opuntia basilaris
Beaver Tail Prickly Pear Cactus are named for the paddle-shaped leaves that have a light purple tint to them. In spring, an abundant pink bloom is followed by yellow cactus fruit.
Prickly Pear Cactus
Opuntia basilaris
Prickly Pear Cactus are what most of the world thinks of when they hear "cactus". The classic shape and color of the Prickly Pear will bring a touch of Arizona to your landscape.
Indian Fig Prickly Pear
Opuntia ficus-indica
Indian Fig Prickly Pear grow over a wide area and are suitable for wider coverage. Ideal for security screens and property borders, they produce large purple fruit on each leaf.
Cow's Tongue Prickly Pear
Opuntia engelmannii var. linguiformis
Named for the long, large spade-shaped structure of its leaves, has similar growth habits to the Prickly Pear with a look distinguishing this plant from all other Opuntias.
Cardon Grande Cactus
Trichocereus terscheckii
Closely resembling the mighty Saguaro, it grows multiple arms out of the primary stem, blooming large white flowers out of the top of the structure during summer months.
Yucca Pendula
Yucca pendula
Grows an array of long blue-green leaves with a lighter structure allowing them to weep, giving it a graceful appearance welcome in almost any landscape.
Spanish Dagger
Yucca gloriosa
Spanish Dagger's grow long stiff leaves with dark green foliage and unique trunks when mature. These yucca's work well in nearly any landscape style.
Desert Spoon
Dasylirion wheeleri
Offers a striking balance of beauty and strength. Thrives in both desert and tropical landscapes and is an attractive addition to yards with a swimming pool or patios.
Red Yucca
Hesperaloe parvifolia
An excellent accent plant for desert and transition areas. It produces tall spikes of reddish-pink flowers that continue to bloom all summer. Attracts hummingbirds.
Yucca Rostrata
Yucca rostrata
With its slender, blue-gray leaves and showy creamy white flowers in the summer, the striking looks of Yucca Rostrata will beautify your landscape all year long.
Squid Agave
Agave bracteosa
Great for tropical and desert gardens. Makes for an interesting container or dry rock garden plant with arching, spineless green leaves providing a unique silhouette.
Blue Flame Agave
Agave shawii x attenuata 'Blue Flame'
A beautiful, soft edged agave that grows in a clumping pattern with tight rosettes of blue foliage that appears almost flame like.
Cornelius Agave
Agave americana 'Cornelius'
This dwarf agave is a bright and unique addition to any landscape style. Use in rock gardens, borders or as lower filler near and around palm trees, shade trees, etc...
Smooth Agave
Agave desmettiana
A smooth and spineless agave that's great for use around desert and oasis ramadas and patios. It's a perfect addition to any style landscape!
Variegated Smooth Agave
Agave desmettiana -v- marginata
Variegated Smooth Agave have long dark green leaves contrasted by yellow edges that will curl upwards, giving it a tighter rosette style appearance.
Gopher Plant
Euphorbia rigida
A unique, silvery-green upright growing succulent with a bright yellow bloom in late winter to early spring. Great planted in pots, rock gardens, poolscapes, etc...
White Striped Agave
Agave americana mediopicta 'Alba'
Extremely hardy and easy to grow in any landscape, this is one pretty agave! Dramatic leaves with creamy white bands down the center. Looks look like a living sculpture.
Blue Glow Agave
Agave 'Blue Glow'
Blue Glow Agave has a compact form with dramatic blue-green foliage and texture. It's a perfect choice for any low-water design landscape.
Rough Agave
Agave scabra
This Southwest favorite is a moderately sized agave that has thick rigid leaves and grows well in full sun. These drought tolerant succulents work in any landscape style