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Aloe
Distinctive succulent with long blue-green leaves with pink serrated leaf margins. Forms multiple rosettes, which grow to face the north. Dense cylindrical flower heads of red buds opening to greenish-white in spring. Leaves used to make pink fabric dye.
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Genus
Aloe
Species
Cultivar
Common name
Aloe
Family name
Aloeaceae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
2 mt
Width
1 mt
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Tolerates coastal sites / Tolerates exposed sites. / Tolerates some frost
Nourishment / Structure
Succulents
Category
Large, height over 1 metre.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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