Aloe wickensii
Geelaalwyn
Description
Geelaalwyn is a succulent in the Aloe family with densely packed upright gray-green leaves with small sharp reddish spines along the margins. It has red and yellow flowers that shoot high above the foliage on spikes that appear in late winter. The name is an Africaner word having something to do with a hidden foot. This attractive succulent reaches 2-3' tall and wide. It does best in full sun or light shade. Soil should be well draining; provide regular water during summer.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.