Aloe fosteri

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

9b-12

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Aloe fosteri plant details

Aloe fosteri is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe fosteri

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe fosteri

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sexy striations heavily dotted with cream spots make this the one of the dreamiest Aloes in the maculate group. Blooming in Fall with a massive 3’ to 4 1/2’ tall branched inflorescence ranging in color from canary yellow to scarlet red. Looks lovely grouped together. Aloe fosteri is stemless with 12” to 18” long, blue-green leaves forming rosettes 2’ to 3’ wide. This Aloe usually stays solitary, so don’t expect bunches of babies. Prefers well drained soil. Hardy to 20 degrees. Drought tolerant, deer resistant & native to South Africa to boot!

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Gardening facts about Aloe fosteri plant

How to Grow Aloe fosteri

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous