Aloe 'Dracula's Blood'

Aloe 'Dracula's Blood' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, chartreuse, purple, red and variegated foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. 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. 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 'Dracula's Blood'

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: asparagaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue, chartreuse, purple, red and variegated

Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall

Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe 'Dracula's Blood'

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