Aloe 'Goliath'

Also Known As

Aloe ferox 'Goliath'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

9b-12

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Aloe 'Goliath' plant details

Aloe 'Goliath' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and winter orange and pink flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe 'Goliath'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and pink blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe 'Goliath'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aloe barberae X Aloe vaombe Hybrid. Full Sun to Light Shade. Orange & Pink. Outdoor. Light/Bright Shade.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

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Gardening facts about Aloe 'Goliath' plant

How to Grow Aloe 'Goliath'

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- orange
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen