Aloe vanbalenii (van balen's aloe)

Aloe vanbalenii

van Balen’s aloe

A gorgeous medium to large-sized aloe ideal for rocky garden landscapes.

Additional Information

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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

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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