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Aloe capitata 'Yellow Hoodie' plant details
Aloe capitata 'Yellow Hoodie' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with burgundy and purple foliage. In winter yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aloe capitata 'Yellow Hoodie'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae, asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy and purple
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in winter
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, rock garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aloe capitata 'Yellow Hoodie'
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Aloe capitata Yellow Hoodie is a standout succulent with its bright yellow flower hoods that bloom atop tall stems. It can grow up to 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide, making it a perfect focal point in your garden. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it has good frost tolerance. With its rosette form and unique hooded flowers, Aloe capitata Yellow Hoodie adds a touch of whimsy to your collection. This low-maintenance plant originates from South Africa and adds both color and texture to any garden setting.
This plant has been grown in a 4" pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. The plant is shipped "dry-root" (without dirt).
By: Dry Oasis Plants
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Gardening facts about Aloe capitata 'Yellow Hoodie' plant
How to Grow Aloe capitata 'Yellow Hoodie'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- burgundy
- purple
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
See other plant types of Aloe for your garden
aka Spiral Aloe
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Cooper's Hardy Grass Aloe
Plant Type
Perennial, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 15"-36"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
- dry in winter
aka Aloe 'Sunset', Aloe dorothaea, Aloe dorotheae 'Sunset', Aloe harmsii, Sunset Aloe
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
aka Reynolds Grass Aloe
Plant Type
Perennial, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 12"-16"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Aloe inyangensis 'Christian', Grass Aloe
Plant Type
Perennial, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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