Aloe burgersfortensis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

9b-12

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Aloe burgersfortensis plant details

Aloe burgersfortensis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In winter red flowers emerge. 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, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe burgersfortensis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, unique, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe burgersfortensis

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, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From Burgersfort, South Africa. Salt tolerant medium sized aloe with lovely mosaic spots, turning darker colors in bright sun. Red flowers. Uncommon species.

By: Paradise Found Nursery

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Gardening facts about Aloe burgersfortensis plant

How to Grow Aloe burgersfortensis

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
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
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen