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height | 6–8in |
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width | 1–3ft |
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tolerates | Coast, Cool Summers, Drought, Deer , Fog, Gophers, Neglect, Salt, Wind |
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water needs |
Lowest |
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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 and Aloe maculata has actually naturalized on the central coast of California (as seen in the photo here near Gazos Creek and also outside Halfmoon Bay) where you’ll only spot it when the tall, bright flower spikes pop up out of the chaparral. While it’s one of the most tolerant of drought, it’s also one of the least attractive when severely under-watered, quickly getting crispy tips. |
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hardy to |
25F |
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exposure | Full Shade – Full Sun |
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indoor outdoor |
Outdoor |
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drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Heavy Soil, Tolerates Sandy Soil |
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fertilizing | All Purpose 1/2 Strength, Low Needs |
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origin | S Africa |
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california native |
No |
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sunset zones |
9, 14–24 |
Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.
Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams,
but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.
Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.
