Lavender Lady Mangave
Mangave ‘Lavender Lady,’ a captivating hybrid of Agave and Manfreda that’s as tough as it is gorgeous. This compact, solitary rosette grows to 12 inches tall and 20 inches wide, flaunting smoky lavender-purple leaves with subtle burgundy spots that fade to green with age—creating a stunning two-tone effect. Each fleshy, broad leaf ends in a cinnamon-brown tip and is edged with soft, harmless white spines, adding texture and charm.
Care Made Simple:
• Sun: Thrives in full sun—place it where it can soak up rays to deepen its vibrant purple hues. Partial shade works too, but expect softer colors.
• Water: Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, water every 2-3 weeks in summer, letting the soil dry out completely between drinks. Cut back even more in winter.
• Soil: Loves fast-draining soil—think cactus mix or sandy loam—to keep its roots happy and rot-free.
Perfect for rock gardens, pots, or xeriscape designs, this evergreen stunner is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 (bring it indoors if frost threatens). When mature, it might surprise you with a towering spike of yellow blooms, though flowering is rare and marks the rosette’s grand finale (don’t worry—pups often sprout at the base to keep the show going). Non-toxic to touch but keep pets from nibbling the sap, which can irritate.
Mangave ‘Lavender Lady,’ a captivating hybrid of Agave and Manfreda that’s as tough as it is gorgeous. This compact, solitary rosette grows to 12 inches tall and 20 inches wide, flaunting smoky lavender-purple leaves with subtle burgundy spots that fade to green with age—creating a stunning two-tone effect. Each fleshy, broad leaf ends in a cinnamon-brown tip and is edged with soft, harmless white spines, adding texture and charm.
Care Made Simple:
• Sun: Thrives in full sun—place it where it can soak up rays to deepen its vibrant purple hues. Partial shade works too, but expect softer colors.
• Water: Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, water every 2-3 weeks in summer, letting the soil dry out completely between drinks. Cut back even more in winter.
• Soil: Loves fast-draining soil—think cactus mix or sandy loam—to keep its roots happy and rot-free.
Perfect for rock gardens, pots, or xeriscape designs, this evergreen stunner is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 (bring it indoors if frost threatens). When mature, it might surprise you with a towering spike of yellow blooms, though flowering is rare and marks the rosette’s grand finale (don’t worry—pups often sprout at the base to keep the show going). Non-toxic to touch but keep pets from nibbling the sap, which can irritate.
Mangave ‘Lavender Lady,’ a captivating hybrid of Agave and Manfreda that’s as tough as it is gorgeous. This compact, solitary rosette grows to 12 inches tall and 20 inches wide, flaunting smoky lavender-purple leaves with subtle burgundy spots that fade to green with age—creating a stunning two-tone effect. Each fleshy, broad leaf ends in a cinnamon-brown tip and is edged with soft, harmless white spines, adding texture and charm.
Care Made Simple:
• Sun: Thrives in full sun—place it where it can soak up rays to deepen its vibrant purple hues. Partial shade works too, but expect softer colors.
• Water: Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, water every 2-3 weeks in summer, letting the soil dry out completely between drinks. Cut back even more in winter.
• Soil: Loves fast-draining soil—think cactus mix or sandy loam—to keep its roots happy and rot-free.
Perfect for rock gardens, pots, or xeriscape designs, this evergreen stunner is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 (bring it indoors if frost threatens). When mature, it might surprise you with a towering spike of yellow blooms, though flowering is rare and marks the rosette’s grand finale (don’t worry—pups often sprout at the base to keep the show going). Non-toxic to touch but keep pets from nibbling the sap, which can irritate.
