Height:

12.0 Inches

Spread:

22.0-24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

9,10,11

Foliage Color:

Silver/grey shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Low Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Slow

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic Formal Modern Rock Garden

Other Features:

Container Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Attractive Foliage Specimen Focal Point

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.

Growing Temperature:

68-75° F

Holding Temperature:

60-65° F

Soil PH:

6.2-6.8

EC (What is EC?):

1.0-1.25 pour through method

Fertility:

Feed once every two weeks with a light 100 ppm drench of liquid fertilizer.
Do not over feed.

Vernalization:

Avoid cold temperatures.

Pests & Diseases:

Pests to scout for include thrips, scale and mealybug, and Eriophyid mites. A good indication of mites on mangave is an area on the foliage of discoloration, which often resembles an oil stain.
Avoid overly wet conditions, which can lead to crown and root rots.

Potting & Timing:

Plant small plugs into 1 quart pots in early summer.
Use a growing media with extremely good drainage.

Moisture:

Moderate moisture is needed for younger plants to stay active. Avoid overly wet or extreme dry conditions. A good rule of thumb is to water mangave like you would a hosta.

Planting Level:

Top of the plug should be level with the soil line.

Lighting:

High light levels are required.
It is best to provide supplemental lighting if holding plants through the winter.

Other Comments:

Mangave finish much quicker than Agave. This makes them a good choice if you are looking to sell the plants in the same season.