Aloe aculeata v. crousiana

Aloe aculeata v. crousiana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, bronze and green foliage. In winter orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe aculeata v. crousiana

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: asparagaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue, bronze and green

Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall

Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in winter

Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe aculeata v. crousiana

USDA Zones: 9b - 12

Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt

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