Manfreda maculosa 'Hondo Robusto'
Also Known As
- Agave maculata 'Hondo Robusto'
- Hondo Robusto False Agave
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 7b-11
Manfreda maculosa 'Hondo Robusto' plant details
Manfreda maculosa 'Hondo Robusto' is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green, purple and variegated foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Manfreda maculosa 'Hondo Robusto'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green, purple and variegated
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms in summer
- Uses: architectural, container plant, desert garden, rock garden, rosette-forming, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Manfreda maculosa 'Hondo Robusto'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Manfreda maculosa 'Hondo Robusto' plant
How to Grow Manfreda maculosa 'Hondo Robusto'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- purple
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
See other plant types of Manfreda for your garden
aka Agave maculosa, Agave strictata, Spice Lily, Texas Tuberose
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 1'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
- dry in summer
aka Agave undulata 'Chocolate Chip', False Agave
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 10"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Agave 'Spot', Agave x virginica 'Spot', Manfreda x virginica 'Spot'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 15"-30"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
- dry in winter
aka Manfreda 'Macho Mocha', Mangave 'Macho Mocha'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun
- regular
aka Agave virginica, Deciduous Agave, False Aloe
Plant Type
Perennial, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
4b-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 24"-40"
- sun - bright shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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