“Mission to Mars” Mangave

Description

“Mission to Mars” A nickname for Mars is the Red Planet, and this Mangave gets its name due to the intense red coloration.  The leaves are 2¾” wide. Thick green leaves are heavily speckled with burgundy red, with spots that bleed into each other for an overall red appearance. The red coloration is brought out best in direct UV light and becomes subdued under heavy plastic. The long leaves form an arching habit, caused by the tips of the leaves curving downward. Margins curl upward to show off its cinnamon spines, a nice color complement to the red.

Mangave is a  new  cross of Manfreda x Agave. These rare hybrids combine the best of both worlds. The better growth rate and the interesting patterns come from Manfreda. The the refined look comes from the strength of  the Agave.

Height:
8-10 Inches

Spread:
20-22 Inches

Hardiness Zones:
8 (tender),9,10

Foliage Color:
Red Shades
Green Shades

Sunlight:
Full Sun (6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs
Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:
Poor Soil Quality
Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:
Soil (pH 6.2-6.8)

Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:
Slow

Garden Style:
Asian Patio
Container
Eclectic
Formal
Modern
Rock Garden

Other Features:
Container
Drought Tolerant
Attractive Foliage
Specimen

Origin:
Native to North America

Mangave is a tender perennial or “temperennial” succulent plant that grows best in full sun. Plant in well-drained, dry to average soil in containers just slightly wider than the width of the rosette or plant directly in the ground. In summer when the plants are actively growing, they appreciate a bit of supplemental watering and half-strength fertilizer. They should be grown dry in winter. Mangave is a slower grower, so it will not quickly overtake the space it is allotted in the landscape.