Jewel Aloe, Jewelled Aloe
Aloe distans (Jewel Aloe) is a compact, stemlesss evergreen succulent forming decorative rosettes, 8-10 in. wide (20-25 cm), with broadly triangular, fleshy leaves. Pale waxy blue-green in light shade, the leaves take on tinges of pink and purple when in full sun, creating a very pretty display. Each leaf exhibits small, soft, white teeth along the edges and the back of the leaves. In spring, spikes of bright yellow to scarlet tubular flowers are borne in profusion above the foliage to about 16 in. tall (40 cm), brightening up the garden. This Aloe offsets profusely to form compact mounds with 10 or more rosettes. Perfect as a small-scale groundcover or in decorative containers.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
3 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
| Plant Family | Xanthorrhoeaceae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Common names | Aloe |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 16" (40cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
3 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Cactus & Succulents |
| Plant Family | Xanthorrhoeaceae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Common names | Aloe |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 16" (40cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Aloe distans (Jewel Aloe) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Aloe distans (Jewel Aloe) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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