x Mangave 'Mission to Mars' PP29393

Mangave 'Mission to Mars' PP29393 (Mission to Mars Mangave) - a striking, colorful, and fast-growing succulent plant that forms a rosette up to 3 feet tall by 3 to 4 feet wide. Its gracefully recurved leaves, measuring about 2 feet long by 3 inches wide, are thick and rubbery with a gray-green color heavily spotted with red dots, reminiscent of Mars' surface. The leaf margins are adorned with cinnamon-colored teeth.

Best planted in full to part sun, where its red coloration is intensified by bright light, in well-drained soil with occasional to regular irrigation. While its hardiness is not yet confirmed, it is speculated to withstand temperatures below 20°F, potentially suitable for USDA Zones 8 and above.

This Mangave variety promises to be an excellent choice for large containers or garden landscapes, adding a unique color to any setting.

Mangave Mad About Mangave® ‘Mission to Mars’ is a beautiful species displaying broad, intense blood red, thick leaves in an upright arching rosette. The color is best in full sun. An easy care, drought tolerant plant that is great in landscapes or as a houseplant. Provide a well drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Mangave is a cross between Manfreda and Agave. 'Mission to Mars' has a unique, intense red colouration to the large, succulent leaves. It is heavily speckled with burgundy red spots that bleed into each other for an overall red appearance. It also has nice cinnamon spines.