Will this plant survive in direct sun in Arizona?
Mangave 'Purple People Eater' [plug]
I am looking to add this plant in our newly landscaped yard. It will be in direct sunlight in Phoenix, Arizona. Will it do okay in this climate and light exposure? Thank you
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Open Aug 15, 2022 - 01:37 PM
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Aug 15, 2022 - 01:37 PM
These plants do love lots of sun, so the exposure won't be an issue. The heat, however, would shock a freshly planted Mangave. Planting in the fall when the temperatures are lower would allow it to slowly acclimate to the very intense summertime conditions the following year. It will also need more water when the temperatures are at their highest.
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Mangave 'Purple People Eater' PP29949: Named for its vibrant purple coloration, this neat rosette has thick, sturdy leaves with reddish-purple spotting. Bring out its best coloration by planting in full sun; less intense exposure will produce greener leaves. The leaves fold upward to show of...
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