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Aloe striata ssp. karasbergensis
Also Known As
- Aloe striata var. karasbergensis
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 9a-12
Aloe striata ssp. karasbergensis plant details
Aloe striata ssp. karasbergensis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer orange, pink and red flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. 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 striata ssp. karasbergensis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange, pink and red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, striped leaves, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe striata ssp. karasbergensis
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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How to Grow Aloe striata ssp. karasbergensis
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
- red
- orange
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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