Description
Blazing Saddles mangave makes a compact rosette of thick green and red triangular leaves with small teeth along the edges. It grows slowly to about 8 inches tall and 14 inches wide, a good size for sunny patio pots and succulent collections.
Growing Mangave, Blazing Saddles in Alabama
Plant in a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix and give it bright light, with some afternoon protection while it adjusts to Alabama summer sun. Water when the soil has dried, avoiding constantly wet roots; keep much drier in winter. This heat-tolerant mangave is not a dependable outdoor winter plant in much of Alabama, so bring containers into a bright, frost-free area during cold weather.
