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Cape Aloe, Tree Aloe

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: 1.MSWN 2.C. Bickelmann

 

Description

Cape aloe forms an upright rosette growing at a moderate rate to 5' x 3'. Thick, fleshy leaves are edged with prominent reddish-brown teeth. Intense orange-red flowers appear winter to spring. The showy candelabra-shaped flower spikes attract hummingbirds. Dried leaves persist on plant & offer sunburn protection. Prefers partial shade. Native to South Africa.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Succulent

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Orange, Red

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.