Aloe vanbalenii
van Balen’s aloe
A gorgeous medium to large-sized aloe ideal for rocky garden landscapes.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
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Botanical Name | Aloe vanbalenii |
Common Name | van Balen’s aloe |
Also Known As | Octopus aloe, Crawling octopus |
SA Tree No | |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Birds, Bees |
Features | Rocky Area |
Flowering Season | Winter |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | No |
Frost Tolerance | Hardy |
Fruiting Season | |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | Yes |
Origin | Indigenous |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam, Well Drained |
Suitable Garden Size | Small, Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
General Pricing
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Description
The Aloe vanbalenii plant is a magnificent ornamental tree that produces edible fruit. It is one of the best plants to grow if you are a beginner and lack gardening skills.
It is often used for indoor or container planting, hanging pots or planted near entryways. Honeybees and songbirds love van Balen’s aloe plants.
- Tolerate temperatures as low as -12°C
- Estimated height: 20cm-5m
- Estimated width: 1-1.2m
- Drought-resistant
- Heat resistant