Aloe speciosa
Tilt-head Aloe
Description
Tilt-head Aloe is one of the larger species, reaching up to 10' x 12'. Leaves are green to blue-green, large and often recurved. Flowers appear in winter, and are red on the outside and greenish-white inside. Winter grower, keep moist throughout the year. Full sun, needs light shade in low desert. Does best in a well drained soil.
Plant Type
Shrub, Succulent
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Green, Red, White
Flower Season
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.