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Mission To Mars Mangave
x Mangave 'Mission to Mars' PP #29,393
Pronunciation: man-GAH-vee
SKU #44675
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 8 to 10 in. tall, 20 to 22 in. wide.
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| Description | This hybrid plant offers the attractive structure of Agave and the faster growth and exciting colors of Manfreda. Burgundy spots bleed into each other, making the broad, toothed blades almost entirely red. Can tolerate more water than other succulents, provided excellent drainage. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Container, Small Spaces |
| Foliage Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Stonecrop (Sedum), Blue Chalksticks (Senecio), Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum), Echeveria (Echeveria) |
| Care Instructions | Provide excellent drainage. Best color in full sun. For fastest growth, water deeply when soil is dry. Water sparingly to slow growth. If put in a container, provide a pot that is slightly wider than the width of the rosette. To overwinter, bring inside and place and provide as much light as possible. |
| History | Mission to Mars is part of Walters Gardens MAD ABOUT MANGAVE® collection. |
| Lore | Mangave is a relatively new intergenetic cross between Manfreda and Agave, combining the faster growth and interesting colors of Manfreda with the attractive structural growth of an agave. |
Details
| Description | This hybrid plant offers the attractive structure of Agave and the faster growth and exciting colors of Manfreda. Burgundy spots bleed into each other, making the broad, toothed blades almost entirely red. Can tolerate more water than other succulents, provided excellent drainage. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Small Spaces |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Stonecrop (Sedum), Blue Chalksticks (Senecio), Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum), Echeveria (Echeveria) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide excellent drainage. Best color in full sun. For fastest growth, water deeply when soil is dry. Water sparingly to slow growth. If put in a container, provide a pot that is slightly wider than the width of the rosette. To overwinter, bring inside and place and provide as much light as possible. |
|---|
History
| History | Mission to Mars is part of Walters Gardens MAD ABOUT MANGAVE® collection. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Mangave is a relatively new intergenetic cross between Manfreda and Agave, combining the faster growth and interesting colors of Manfreda with the attractive structural growth of an agave. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Mission To Mars Mangave produce flowers?
Prized for foliage
Is Mission To Mars Mangave evergreen or deciduous?
Mission To Mars Mangave is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Mission To Mars Mangave?
Mission To Mars Mangave is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest.
Is Mission To Mars Mangave resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Mission To Mars Mangave grow?
Mission To Mars Mangave has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Mission To Mars Mangave in my landscape?
Mission To Mars Mangave is suitable for: Container, Small Spaces.
What color is the foliage of Mission To Mars Mangave?
Mission To Mars Mangave has Red foliage.
What plants grow well with Mission To Mars Mangave?
Good companion plants for Mission To Mars Mangave include: Stonecrop (Sedum), Blue Chalksticks (Senecio), Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum), Echeveria (Echeveria).
How do I care for Mission To Mars Mangave?
Provide excellent drainage. Best color in full sun. For fastest growth, water deeply when soil is dry. Water sparingly to slow growth. If put in a container, provide a pot that is slightly wider than the width of the rosette. To overwinter, bring inside and place and provide as much light as possible.
What is the history of Mission To Mars Mangave?
Mission to Mars is part of Walters Gardens MAD ABOUT MANGAVE® collection.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.