Aloe 'Blue Lace'

Also Known As

Aloe x 'Blue Lace'
Blue Lace Aloe

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-12

Aloe 'Blue Lace' plant details

Aloe 'Blue Lace' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in acidic, alkaline, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe 'Blue Lace'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe 'Blue Lace'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful dwarf lacy aloe with blue-green leaves and orange blooms on 12-15" H stalks. Multiplies readily. Juvenile aloe leaves can be used medicinally.

By: Almost Eden

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How to Grow Aloe 'Blue Lace'

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

Features

Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous