Aloe hemmingii

Aloe hemmingii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with bronze, green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer orange, pink, red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright 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 hemmingii

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae

Foliage: evergreen bronze, green, variegated and white

Mature size: 9 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall

Flowers: orange, pink, red and yellow blooms in fall and summer

Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe hemmingii

USDA Zones: 9b - 12

Sun exposure: sun - bright shade

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained