Tree Aloe

Aloe Barberae

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Overview

Tree Aloe (Aloe barberae) is a majestic, evergreen succulent reaching up to 50 feet tall and 10 feet wide. Known for its smooth, grey trunk and beautiful rosettes of blue-green leaves, this aloe produces pink-orange flowers in winter. Preferably grown in USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Perfect as a focal specimen, it offers drought tolerance and low maintenance for warm, arid landscapes.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Tree Aloe (Aloe barberae) is a majestic, evergreen succulent reaching up to 50 feet tall and 10 feet wide

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Tree Aloe (Aloe barberae) is a majestic, evergreen succulent reaching up to 50 feet tall and 10 feet wide

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — grey trunk and beautiful rosettes of blue-green leaves

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — this aloe produces pink-orange flowers in winter

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Preferably grown in USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Perfect as a focal specimen, it offers drought tolerance and low maintenance for warm, arid landscapes

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — The Tree Aloe (Aloidendron barberae)

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asphodelaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — including birds and bees.<br><br>Incorporating this plant into a landscape provides an exotic focal point

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Tree Aloe (Aloe barberae) is a majestic, evergreen succulent reaching up to 50 feet tall and 10 feet wide

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — grey trunk and beautiful rosettes of blue-green leaves

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — this aloe produces pink-orange flowers in winter

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Preferably grown in USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Perfect as a focal specimen, it offers drought tolerance and low maintenance for warm, arid landscapes

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — The Tree Aloe (Aloidendron barberae)

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — formerly known as Aloes bainesii

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — is a striking and elegant specimen

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — ideal for adding a sculptural element to any landscape design

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — Originating from southern Africa

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — this slow-growing succulent tree can reach impressive heights of 30 to 60 feet in its natural habitat

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — it typically grows to about 18 to 30 feet tall

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — with a spread of 8 to 10 feet.<br><br>Characterized by its smooth

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — gray-brown branching trunk

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — the Tree Aloe bears a dense canopy of rosettes

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — arching green leaves up to 2 feet in length

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — This tree is both drought-tolerant and frost-resistant

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — it requires well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade exposure

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — the Tree Aloe blooms in the late fall to early winter

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — orange-red flowers on tall spikes that attract a variety of pollinators

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — especially suited for xeriscaping or as a centerpiece in a rock garden

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — When designing with Aloidendron barberae

Tree Aloe (Aloe Barberae) — provide ample space to accommodate its majestic size and take care to situate it away from pedestrian pathways

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