Mangave ‘Mission to Mars’
Mangave ‘Mission to Mars’ – A Red Planet Showstopper
Blast off with the Mangave ‘Mission to Mars,’ a fiery hybrid of Agave and Manfreda that lives up to its cosmic name. This compact succulent forms a bold rosette of thick, arching leaves, 20-22 inches wide. Its wide, green leaves are drenched in burgundy-red spots that blend into an almost solid red hue, especially in full sun, with upward-curling margins showing off cinnamon spines for extra flair. A fast-growing, low-maintenance gem, it’s perfect for adding extraterrestrial vibes to any space.
Care Essentials:
• Sun: Craves full sun—6+ hours of direct UV light daily to ignite its red coloration. Partial shade mutes its intensity.
• Water: Drought-tolerant—water sparingly, about 0.5 cups every 12 days for a 5-inch pot, ensuring soil dries out completely. Overwatering risks root rot, so keep it dry in winter.
• Soil: Demands well-drained, dry to average soil—cactus mix or gritty compost is ideal to prevent soggy roots.
Ideal for rock gardens, sunny borders, or bold containers, this tender perennial thrives in USDA zones 8a-11b, tolerating dry cold to 20°F (-6°C)—bring indoors or protect from frost in cooler climates. With enough sun and care, it may produce a rare flower spike, followed by pups to keep the legacy alive. Deer and rabbit-resistant, but not safe for consumption; watch for pests like thrips or mealybugs.
Mangave ‘Mission to Mars’ – A Red Planet Showstopper
Blast off with the Mangave ‘Mission to Mars,’ a fiery hybrid of Agave and Manfreda that lives up to its cosmic name. This compact succulent forms a bold rosette of thick, arching leaves, 20-22 inches wide. Its wide, green leaves are drenched in burgundy-red spots that blend into an almost solid red hue, especially in full sun, with upward-curling margins showing off cinnamon spines for extra flair. A fast-growing, low-maintenance gem, it’s perfect for adding extraterrestrial vibes to any space.
Care Essentials:
• Sun: Craves full sun—6+ hours of direct UV light daily to ignite its red coloration. Partial shade mutes its intensity.
• Water: Drought-tolerant—water sparingly, about 0.5 cups every 12 days for a 5-inch pot, ensuring soil dries out completely. Overwatering risks root rot, so keep it dry in winter.
• Soil: Demands well-drained, dry to average soil—cactus mix or gritty compost is ideal to prevent soggy roots.
Ideal for rock gardens, sunny borders, or bold containers, this tender perennial thrives in USDA zones 8a-11b, tolerating dry cold to 20°F (-6°C)—bring indoors or protect from frost in cooler climates. With enough sun and care, it may produce a rare flower spike, followed by pups to keep the legacy alive. Deer and rabbit-resistant, but not safe for consumption; watch for pests like thrips or mealybugs.
Mangave ‘Mission to Mars’ – A Red Planet Showstopper
Blast off with the Mangave ‘Mission to Mars,’ a fiery hybrid of Agave and Manfreda that lives up to its cosmic name. This compact succulent forms a bold rosette of thick, arching leaves, 20-22 inches wide. Its wide, green leaves are drenched in burgundy-red spots that blend into an almost solid red hue, especially in full sun, with upward-curling margins showing off cinnamon spines for extra flair. A fast-growing, low-maintenance gem, it’s perfect for adding extraterrestrial vibes to any space.
Care Essentials:
• Sun: Craves full sun—6+ hours of direct UV light daily to ignite its red coloration. Partial shade mutes its intensity.
• Water: Drought-tolerant—water sparingly, about 0.5 cups every 12 days for a 5-inch pot, ensuring soil dries out completely. Overwatering risks root rot, so keep it dry in winter.
• Soil: Demands well-drained, dry to average soil—cactus mix or gritty compost is ideal to prevent soggy roots.
Ideal for rock gardens, sunny borders, or bold containers, this tender perennial thrives in USDA zones 8a-11b, tolerating dry cold to 20°F (-6°C)—bring indoors or protect from frost in cooler climates. With enough sun and care, it may produce a rare flower spike, followed by pups to keep the legacy alive. Deer and rabbit-resistant, but not safe for consumption; watch for pests like thrips or mealybugs.
