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Aloidendron barberae

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Aloe bainesii This giant succulent forms a short stocky tree with a heavy broad trunk. Rosettes of bold sword like bronze-green leaves are carried on the branch tips. Heads of 3cm long bright pink, tipped green, tubular flowers on 50 cm branched stems. Summer flowering. Avoid planting in wet cold areas with heavy frosts. Prefers a dry sunny site. This grows into a very imposing 'architectural' plant, very much a feature.

Genus

Aloidendron

Species barberae

Cultivar

Common name

Tree Aloe

Family name

Liliaceae

Place of origin

South Africa

DETAILS

Height

5 m

Width

2 m

(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

Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Tolerates light frost only

Garden Style

Immaculate / Nourishment / Structure

Plant Type

Succulents