A trunk-forming Aloe that grows 6 to 8 feet tall and produces 12 to 18 inch spikes of scarlet red flowers in winter, ‘Erik the Red’ is a show-stopping Aloe that’s the perfect specimen plant or focal point for a succulent garden. Single rosettes born on long stems are comprised of thick, finely toothed, light green leaves sometimes tipped with orange. Plant in full sun in well-draining soil. Needs only occasional to infrequent water once established but is also tolerant of regular watering.
- Common Name:
- Sunbird Aloe Hybrid
- Mature Height:
- 6-8'
- Mature Spread:
- 2-3'
- Exposure:
- Sun
- Growth:
- Evergreen
- Flower Color:
- Dark Red
- Soil:
- Well drained best
- Foliage Color:
- Green
- Flower Time:
- Winter - Spring
