Aloe brevifolia

short-leaved aloe
Dense clustering little aloe with ice blue leaves and orange flowers. Native to Mediterranean-climate Western Cape Prov, South Africa.
Aloe brevifolia
height 6–14in
width 1–2ft
tolerates Drought, Deer , Heat, Pots, Rooftops, Neglect, Salt, Wind
water
needs		 Lowest
water
info		 Aloes thrive on neglect, making them one of the easiest garden plants for California. They are drought-tolerant, and this one will not need additional water once established in your garden.

This aloe is exceptionally drought tolerant and looks surprisingly good even with completely dry summers.
hardy
to		 27F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose 1/2 Strength, Low Needs
origin W South Africa
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 13, 15–17, 19–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

Tolerates sun and heat well, even in pots or rock piles.
Once the flower stalks are completely bloomed out and dry, they will come out with a light tug, or can be pruned off low in the crown.
Prolific suckering plant makes dense mounded colonies that can be divided once established. It’s best to get some roots on the divisions, plant in well drained mix or soil and wait a week to water. If done in the fall winter rains are often enough to establish the divisions.

Special Interest

Brevifolia means “short leaf”.