Aloe glauca
Blue Aloe
Description
Blue Aloe is a low, clump-forming aloe with individual rosettes to about 2' x 3' . Leaves are about 1 1/2' long, blue-gray, and armed with stout thorns. Red-orange flowers are produced in late winter to early spring. Accepts full sun, but light shade is best in low desert. Low water use, best to keep it dry during summer.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Winter
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Spanish, Tropical, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.