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x Gasteraloe 'Twilight Zone'

Also Known As

  • Aloe 'Twilight Zone'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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x Gasteraloe 'Twilight Zone' plant details

x Gasteraloe 'Twilight Zone' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer apricot and coral flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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 x Gasteraloe 'Twilight Zone'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aloeaceae, asparagaceae, Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot and coral blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for x Gasteraloe 'Twilight Zone'

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

Aloe ‘Twilight Zone’ has white speckles that shimmer like stars in a night sky. The dark green, upright lanceolate leaves are adorned with raised, white spots. This variety maxes out around 1′ tall, and will slowly form a massing clump. Displays orange blooms on a tall stem.

Gardening facts about x Gasteraloe 'Twilight Zone' plant

How to Grow x Gasteraloe 'Twilight Zone'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • 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

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
    • coral
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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