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x Gasteraloe 'Midnight'

Also Known As

  • Aloe gastreola 'Midnight'
  • Aloe gastrolea 'Midnight'
  • x Gastrolea 'Midnight'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 10"-12"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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x Gasteraloe 'Midnight' plant details

x Gasteraloe 'Midnight' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with burgundy, green and purple foliage. In spring, summer and winter orange flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF x Gasteraloe 'Midnight'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aloeaceae, asparagaceae, Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green and purple
Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring, summer and winter
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for x Gasteraloe 'Midnight'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tender. Dark green rosettes with orange flowers
Sun or Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio). Orange Blooms.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about x Gasteraloe 'Midnight' plant

How to Grow x Gasteraloe 'Midnight'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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