Praying Hands Mangave (Mangave 'Praying Hands') | Architectural Succulent

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Praying Hands Mangave

Mangave 'Praying Hands'

A stunning, architectural succulent with dark green leaves curling upward and inward into a unique, artichoke-like "praying hands" form.

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Description

Mangave 'Praying Hands' (PP34,508) is a stunning, upright rosette-forming succulent prized for its compact, highly architectural habit and unique, artichoke-like form. This slow-growing intergeneric hybrid (a cross between Manfreda and Agave) features dark green leaves that curl upward and inward, creating a narrow, upright, praying-hands silhouette. Each leaf is accented with a cinnamon-brown terminal spine and narrow reddish margins that beautifully define the rosette. Exceptionally drought-tolerant, heat-loving, and deer-resistant, it is an outstanding choice as a specimen, container accent, or focal point in modern, dry gardens, and rock garden plantings.

Quick Facts

Foliage & Flowers: Dark green leaves curling upward and inward into a narrow, artichoke-like form; cinnamon-brown terminal spines; narrow reddish margins; mature plants may produce tall flower spikes with fragrant, tubular flowers.
Mature Height: 8-18 inches.
Mature Spread: 10 inches - 2 feet.
Growth Rate: Slow.
Hardiness Zones: USDA 9-11; Sunset 13, 16, 17, 20-24.
Light Requirement: Full sun to filtered sun.
Core Benefits: Highly architectural, artichoke-like form, striking reddish margins, drought tolerant, heat loving, deer resistant, low maintenance.
Best Uses: Containers, specimen plant, focal point, modern landscapes, rock gardens, xeriscape gardens, succulent gardens.

Faqs

Q: How large does Praying Hands Mangave get?
A: It is a compact, slow-growing succulent, typically reaching 8-18 inches in height and 10 inches to 2 feet in spread at maturity.

Q: How much sun does it need?
A: For the best color and compact growth, provide full sun to filtered sun. It tolerates partial sun but may become leggy. In hot climates, protection from harsh afternoon sun is beneficial.

Q: Is it drought tolerant?
A: Yes, once established, it is exceptionally drought tolerant. Water regularly during its first year, then little to no supplemental water is needed. It requires fast-draining soil and performs best with low supplemental irrigation.

Q: Does it have sharp spines?
A: Yes, it has cinnamon-brown terminal spines at the tips of the leaves. Use caution when planting near walkways or high-traffic areas.

Q: Is it deer resistant?
A: Yes, the sharp, spiny foliage is generally resistant to deer and rabbits.

Q: Can it be grown in containers?
A: Yes, its compact, architectural form makes it an outstanding choice for containers on patios and entryways.

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