Aloe fragilis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

9b-12

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Aloe fragilis plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe fragilis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, burgundy and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: green and red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe fragilis

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

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Photo of Aloe fragilis flower by Kara Nursery

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Gardening facts about Aloe fragilis plant

How to Grow Aloe fragilis

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
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
- green
- blue
- burgundy
Flower Color
- red
- green
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen