Torch Aloe

Aloe Camperi

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Overview

The Torch Aloe (Aloe camperi) is an evergreen succulent reaching 2-3 feet in height and spread. Its striking torch-shaped clusters of orange-red blooms rise above lance-shaped, fleshy green leaves in spring. Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Hardy to 25°F, it's excellent for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and containers, adding vibrant texture and color to arid landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 9–11Climate Arid, Subtropical

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — The Torch Aloe (Aloe camperi) is an evergreen succulent reaching 2-3 feet in height and spread

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — Its striking torch-shaped clusters of orange-red blooms rise above lance-shaped, fleshy green leaves in spring

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — it's excellent for xeriscaping

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — adding vibrant texture and color to arid landscapes

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — is a captivating succulent that infuses a garden with vibrant greens and fiery red-orange inflorescences

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — This Aloe species is native to the highlands of eastern and southern Africa

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Liliaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — The Torch Aloe (Aloe camperi) is an evergreen succulent reaching 2-3 feet in height and spread

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — Its striking torch-shaped clusters of orange-red blooms rise above lance-shaped, fleshy green leaves in spring

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — it's excellent for xeriscaping

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — adding vibrant texture and color to arid landscapes

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — is a captivating succulent that infuses a garden with vibrant greens and fiery red-orange inflorescences

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — This Aloe species is native to the highlands of eastern and southern Africa

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — where it thrives in rocky terrains and grasslands

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — As a designer incorporating this plant into a landscape project, it's crucial to note its moderate growth size

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — lance-shaped leaves that form dense rosettes

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — Its foliage is a stunning pale green with slight serration along the edges, where small teeth can be found

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — These leaves can sometimes exhibit a slight tinge of red when stressed

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — which adds to its dramatic appearance.<br><br>Come late spring and into early summer

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — the Torch Aloe sends up tall

Torch Aloe (Aloe Camperi) — branched flower spikes that stand up to 36 inches high

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