Product Description
Mangave Art & Solections?? Mix - Proven Winners®(72)ct Flat
Common Name: Mangave
Mangave meet the needs of the modern gardener. These large succulent-esque hybrids retain the excellent heat and drought tolerance of their Agave background, while adding fast growing, tropical attributes from their Manfreda parentage. They can be grown solitary, in the landscape, or in mixed or mono decorative containers. Their tolerance of a wide variety of moisture conditions allows them to be mixed with succulents, annuals, and tropicals. Mangave are perennial in southern zones, with the option of being grown as an annual in northern zones or overwintered as a houseplant.
The ART & SOL™ Collection contains a mix of architectural forms and colors representative of the genus. With such a wide variety of forms and colors, there's something for everyone!
The Art & Solections™ Mix contains six varieties from the Art & Sol™ Collection. Each tray contains an even mix with twelve of all six varieties, totaling 72 plants. Individual variety labels will be sent for each Mangave cultivar, as opposed to a generic label for the mix.
The Art & Solections™ Mix includes:
- 'Bad Hair Day'
- 'Catch a Wave'
- 'Lavender Lady'
- 'Night Owl'
- 'Thunderbird'
- 'Tooth Fairy'
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.
Hardiness Zones: 8,9,10
Foliage Color: Multicolored
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low Water Needs
Poor to Average Soil Quality
Deer and Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate: Slow
Container, Drought Tolerant, Easy To Grow, Attractive Foliage, Specimen
The Mangave Art & Solections Mix is a fantastic way to introduce the captivating beauty and diversity of Mangave to your garden. This collection features six standout varieties from the Proven Winners ART & SOL™ series, each with its own unique characteristics and charm. Here is a closer look at what makes this mix so special, along with essential information for successful cultivation:
What Makes the Mangave Art & Solections Mix Special:
- Diversity of Forms and Colors: This mix offers a captivating variety of Mangave, highlighting the diversity of this fascinating genus. You will find plants with striking architectural forms, bold colors, and intriguing textures, adding a touch of artistry to your garden.
- Excellent Heat and Drought Tolerance: Mangave are known for their exceptional heat and drought tolerance, making them ideal for gardens in hot, dry climates or for gardeners seeking low-water plants.
- Fast-Growing and Adaptable: Compared to their Agave parents, Mangave are relatively fast-growing and adaptable to a variety of soil and moisture conditions. This makes them a versatile choice for both experienced and novice gardeners.
- Unique Parentage: Mangave are intergeneric hybrids, resulting from a cross between Manfreda and Agave. This unique parentage combines the best of both worlds, resulting in plants with the architectural form and drought tolerance of Agave, along with the faster growth rate and captivating patterns of Manfreda.
- Suitable for Various Settings: Mangave are incredibly versatile and can be grown in a variety of settings, including solitary containers, mixed succulent gardens, tropical landscapes, or even as houseplants.
Description of the Six Varieties in the Mix:
- 'Bad Hair Day': Upright, arching, grey-green leaves with dark spotting and a brown terminal spine.
- 'Catch a Wave': Thick, silvery blue-green leaves with dark speckles and wavy margins that curl upwards.
- 'Lavender Lady': Wide, dusty lavender-purple leaves with a short terminal spine.
- 'Night Owl': Dramatic, near-black leaves with heavy dark spotting and a gently undulating texture.
- 'Thunderbird': Compact rosette of olive green leaves that are heavily marked with dark red spots.
- 'Tooth Fairy': Narrow, silvery-green leaves with white margins and prominent teeth.
Details:
- Type: Succulent perennial
- Hardiness Zones: 8-11 (can be grown as an annual in colder zones or overwintered as a houseplant)
- Height & Spread: Varies by variety, generally ranging from 6 to 12 inches tall and 10 to 20 inches wide
- Growth Rate: Fast compared to Agave
- Light: Full sun
- Water: Drought tolerant once established, but appreciates supplemental watering during hot summers
- Soil: Well-drained
Native Habitat:
- Mangave are intergeneric hybrids, so they do not have a true native habitat. However, their parent plants, Manfreda and Agave, are native to North America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Landscaping Design Tips:
- Rock Gardens: Their drought tolerance and striking forms make them ideal for rock gardens.
- Xeriscaping: They are perfect for xeriscaping and water-wise gardens.
- Containers: They thrive in containers, adding a touch of artistry to patios and balconies.
- Mixed Succulent Gardens: Combine them with other succulents and drought-tolerant plants for a textural and colorful display.
- Tropical Landscapes: Their bold forms and colors add a touch of the tropics to gardens.
Planting and Care:
- Planting:
- Plant in spring, after the danger of frost has passed.
- Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil.
- Space plants according to their mature size, generally 1 to 2 feet apart.
- Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball.
- Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the ground.
- Fill the hole with soil and firm gently.
- Water thoroughly after planting.
- Care:
- Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.
- Once established, water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
- Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- No pruning is necessary.
- Remove any offsets or "pups" that develop around the base of the plant if desired.
With its diverse forms, captivating colors, and easy-care nature, the Mangave Art & Solections Mix is a fantastic way to add a touch of artistry and intrigue to your garden. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, these fascinating succulents are sure to delight and inspire.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
