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Aloe fosterii

Large Spotted Aloe

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Description

Aloe fosterii is a hardy, stemless Aloe with leaves that have a grey, powdery surface and white, almost H-shaped markings on the upper surface. The blue-grey, branched flowering stalk bears brightly-coloured flowers, varying from yellow to orange and even scarlet. It blooms in March and April and when in bloom and planted en masse, it is a magnificent sight. Added to this are the many species of sunbirds and insects that are continuously visiting the flowers.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

Orange, Yellow

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.