Mangave 'Center of Attention' [plug]

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Mangave 'Center of Attention' PPAF (Hansen): A toothed and deeply purple to green plant with the loose rosette shape of our Agave species. This hybrid can have very long leaves that are thinner than a lot of Agave, but the teeth are just as sharp.

Please Note: Mature plant photos are for reference only, plants will be shipped as a 1.5" rooted plug without a pot.

Mangave are a relatively new phenomenon: a cross between Manfreda and Agave. These rare cultivars are expertly hybridized by Hans Hansen of Walters Gardens to combine the best of both parents. Though the have a similar form to a typical Agave, they are marked with spots and flush brilliant purple and red tones when grown in bright sun. Additionally, they grow about twice as fast as Agave and are far less spiny to the touch.

This variety will not tolerate a hard frost, but it can overwinter indoors on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They thrive outdoors in partial to full sun with good drainage, i.e. gritty soil and containers with drainage holes. Mangave can tolerate a bit more shade and water than regular Agave, especially when they are establishing roots.

Full Mangave Guide

Product Size

1.5" Plug

Color - Primary

Purple / Black

Color - Secondary

Red / Burgundy

Color - Secondary

Green / Lime

Cold Hardiness

Zone 9 (20F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Maximum Rosette Size

Over 8"

Growth Habit / Shape

Loose Rosette

Special Characteristic

Fast Grower

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 9 - 10

9 10

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