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x Mangave 'Black Magic'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 8"-10"
  • W: 20"-24"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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x Mangave 'Black Magic' plant details

x Mangave 'Black Magic' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with black, burgundy and chocolate foliage. In summer chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF x Mangave 'Black Magic'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: evergreen black, burgundy and chocolate
Mature size: 20 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for x Mangave 'Black Magic'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mangave Mad About Mangave® ‘Black Magic’ is an unusual and beautiful hybrid Mangave displaying striking black-purple, narrowly pointed, toothed leaves in a flat 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!

Gardening facts about x Mangave 'Black Magic' plant

How to Grow x Mangave 'Black Magic'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
    • chocolate
    • black
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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