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Aloe vera
Interesting succulent with mid green leaves, clustered on stems. Food for birds and bees. Stems topped with yellow flowers in summer. Tolerates moist or dry soil, though do not over water in winter. Best in a warm sunny site. Avoid frost. Known for its healing properties.
Genus
Aloe
Species
vera
Cultivar
Common name
Aloe
Family name
Aloeaceae
Place of origin
South America/Mediterranean
DETAILS
Height
40 cm
Width
40 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Water well in summer / keep dry in winter
Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will not tolerate any frost.
Enthusiast / Nourishment / Structure / Texture
Succulents
Category
Medium, height between 0.23 and 1 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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