Aloe 'Firebird'

Also Known As

Firebird Aloe

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-8"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

9b-12

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Aloe 'Firebird' plant details

Aloe 'Firebird' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall and winter green and orange flowers emerge. 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 gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe 'Firebird'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: green and orange blooms in fall and winter
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe 'Firebird'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
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

A. descoingsii with A. thompsoniae by Lyons. Light Shade. Green tipped Orange Flowers. Indoor/ Outdoor.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Aloe 'Firebird' plant

How to Grow Aloe 'Firebird'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
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
- green
Flower Color
- orange
- green
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen