Aloe ukambensis 'Regal Red'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

10a-12

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Aloe ukambensis 'Regal Red' plant details

Aloe ukambensis 'Regal Red' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In fall orange 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 gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe ukambensis 'Regal Red'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe ukambensis 'Regal Red'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aloe ukambensis ‘Regal Red’, also called Kenya Aloe, is an impressive, giant Aloe displaying broad fleshy leaves edged in teeth. Sunlight brings out the dark red coloration. Stalks red-orange flowers appear in late Fall. Ideal in landscapes and containers or can adapt as a houseplant. Provide a well-drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Gardening facts about Aloe ukambensis 'Regal Red' plant

How to Grow Aloe ukambensis 'Regal Red'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- red
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen