Aloe 'Kid's Kandy'

Aloe 'Kid's Kandy' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and pink foliage. In summer orange and yellow 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 'Kid's Kandy'

Plant type: cactus / succulent

Plant family: asparagaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue and pink

Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall

Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe 'Kid's Kandy'

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