Mangave Purple People Eater

Mangave ‘Purple People Eater’ — Bold Beauty with Hybrid Strength

Make a statement with Mangave ‘Purple People Eater,’ a stunning succulent hybrid that combines the rugged toughness of Agave with the vivid, textured foliage of Manfreda. Its robust rosette of broad, triangular leaves bursts with deep purples, rich burgundies, and silvery-green tones, creating dramatic contrast and architectural elegance.

Key Features:

• Striking Foliage: Thick, triangular leaves mottled with vibrant purples and greens, accented by subtle speckles for a uniquely textured look.

• Compact Rosette: Forms a sturdy, symmetrical rosette measuring 30–45 cm tall and 50–70 cm wide—perfect for containers, rock gardens, and mixed succulent displays.

• Smooth Texture & Minimal Spines: Leaves have a smooth upper surface with gently recurved edges and minimal spination for easy handling.

• Hybrid Vigor: Combines Agave’s drought tolerance and cold hardiness with Manfreda’s extraordinary coloration for a resilient and eye-catching plant.

• Easy Propagation: Produces offsets (pups) around the base, allowing for simple propagation and sharing.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Thrives in full sun to very bright light. For the richest purple tones, provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Water: Water deeply but infrequently. Let the soil dry out completely 

• Soil: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix, amended with coarse sand or pumice to enhance drainage.

• Temperature: Prefers warm conditions between 15–30 °C (59–86 °F). Can tolerate light frost down to –5 °C (23 °F) if kept dry.

• Fertilization: Feed sparingly in spring with a balanced, diluted succulent fertilizer—once per season is sufficient.

• Propagation: Remove offsets when they reach 5–8 cm, allowing cut surfaces to callous for 24 hours before replanting.

This standout succulent brings bold color and rugged resilience to any plant collection. Whether displayed solo or in a mixed arrangement, Mangave ‘Purple People Eater’ is guaranteed to impress.

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. Plants will be shipped as bare root.

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