Aloe brevifolia

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Description

This succulent reaches 1'-2' tall and wide. Leaves are gray colored and fleshy, forming rosettes on top of each other to about 1' tall. Leaves are edged with small, white spines. In spring, scarlet orange flowers appear above the rosettes. It does best i

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Succulent

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

Orange, Red

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.