This evergreen succulent is a hardy, stemless plant that typically forms a single rosette up to 3 feet tall, with elongated, broad, silvery blue-green leaves with serrated edges. In summer, it produces impressive flower spikes that branch near the base, with red, down-curved flowers that gradually turn yellow at the tips. Young plants may initially produce a single flower stalk, but as they mature, they can develop multiple flower stalks, enhancing their floral display. Plant in full sun with well-drained soil, and water sparingly. Aloe reitzii is ideal for drought-tolerant and xeriscape gardens, rock gardens, or container planting. Its bold foliage and vibrant summer blooms make it a standout choice for water-wise landscapes, providing year-round interest and complementing other succulents and Mediterranean plants.
- Common Name:
- Reitz's Aloe
- Mature Height:
- 2-3'
- Mature Spread:
- 3-4'
- Exposure:
- Sun
- Growth:
- Evergreen
- Flower Color:
- Red/Yellow
- Soil:
- Well-drained best
- Foliage Color:
- Silver-Blue/Green
- Flower Time:
- Summer
