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    • Photo of Aloe rupestris by Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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    Also Known As

    • Bottlebrush Aloe

    Plant type

    tree, shrub, cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 10'-18'
    • W: 4'-5'

    planting zones

    • 9a-12

    5ga | $64.5

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    Aloe rupestris plant details

    Aloe rupestris is an evergreen cactus / succulent, shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. In spring and winter orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 rupestris

    Plant type: cactus / succulent, shrub or tree
    Plant family: asparagaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue and green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 10 FT - 18 FT - tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in spring and winter
    Uses: bare root shipping available, rare, rock garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe rupestris

    USDA Zones: 9a - 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

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Commonly known as Bottlebrush Aloe, exhibits moderate growth with offsetting shrubby forms in cultivation, reaching up to 8 feet tall. Its smooth, deeply channeled leaves boast reddish-brown teeth along the margins. In late winter, it flaunts stunning candelabra-like inflorescences with bright yellow buds bursting into orange-red stamens. Hardy to 25°F, this South African native thrives in full sun with occasional to regular irrigation. Its resemblance to Banksia flowers during bloom makes it a standout choice for any garden. Native to rocky habitats, it adapts well to well-draining soils, showcasing resilience and beauty year-round

    This plant has been grown in a 5 ga pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. The plant is shipped "dry root" (without soil).

    By: Dry Oasis Plants

    RARE & EXOTIC, this native South African tree Aloe steadily stretches to great heights - with single stalks growing to 18'! It’s a great way to add evergreen, vertical fascination & dramatic mid-Winter color to your garden. Young plants display parallel rows of juicy, deep-green leaves edged by red teeth that gradually mature into a sturdy trunk, topped by a spiraling rosette that produces Candelabra-like 4' stalks covered in a bright yellow-to-gold-to-red “flame” of tiny blooms, appearing in the Winter. Birds, bees & butterflies agree: it’s impossible to resist! Though drought tolerant, regular Summer water will pay off in steady growth (expect a gain of 1-2' per year) - which may eventually require a bit of support for the stalk. Well-draining soil is a must! This is an excellent choice for water-wise gardeners - dry, rocky slopes pose no problems for "Bottlebrush Aloe." Said to be hardy to 25 degrees F, it’s still best to avoid planting in areas with prolonged periods of frost.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Aloe rupestris plant

    How to Grow Aloe rupestris

    • 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
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • winter
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous

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