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Cape Aloe, Tree Aloe |
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.
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
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.