Aloe greatheadii var. davyana 'Candy Stripe'

Also Known As

Candy Stripe Aloe

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

9a-12

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Aloe greatheadii var. davyana 'Candy Stripe' plant details

Aloe greatheadii var. davyana 'Candy Stripe' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with burgundy, green, variegated and white foliage. In spring orange and red flowers emerge. 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 average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe greatheadii var. davyana 'Candy Stripe'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring
Uses: houseplant, striped flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe greatheadii var. davyana 'Candy Stripe'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Light Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor . Candy Striped Flowers.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Aloe greatheadii var. davyana 'Candy Stripe' plant

How to Grow Aloe greatheadii var. davyana 'Candy Stripe'

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

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen