Bottle-Brush Aloe
Aloe Spicata
Overview
The Bottle-brush Aloe, or Aloe spicata, is a succulent boasting a tall, striking flower spike of tubular red blossoms reaching up to 3 feet high. This drought-tolerant plant exhibits blue-green leaves with reddish-brown teeth, forming rosettes up to 12 inches in diameter. Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, ensuring a low-maintenance yet visually stunning addition to any arid garden landscape. Zones 9-11.
Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Type Succulent
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Succulent
- Family
- Liliaceae
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