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Aloe Species

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Family

Asphodelaceae (as-foh-del-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Aloe (AL-oh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

Height

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

Unknown - Tell us

Hardiness

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Pink

Scarlet (dark red)

Bloom Time

Late Winter/Early Spring

Mid Spring

Late Spring/Early Summer

Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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