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Aloe ferox

Family Aloeaceae
Plant Type cactus
Zone
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 2.7 m (5 - 9 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture very low to low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The cactus Aloe ferox (cape aloe) yields showy and bright orange blossoms during mid-spring. This plant is rosette in form and has showy, matte, bold textured and evergreen foliage that is greyish aquamarine in colour. The stems are smooth in texture. Aloe ferox (cape aloe) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, foundation, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Aloe ferox . Aloe ferox is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Thorns can make Aloe ferox (cape aloe) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets.