Bad Hair Day Mangave will grow to be about 10 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 inches. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 5 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!
This plant should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid.
Details
Botanical Name
Mangave 'Bad Hair Day'
Common Name
Bad Hair Day Mangave
Hardiness Zone
- 9
Appearance
Max Height
20 Inches
Max Spread
20 Inches
Plant Form
- Arching
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Dry To Average
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
Yes
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