Aloe peglerae

Small aloe with recurved blue-green leaves like an artichoke. Red winter bloom is held tight by leaves. Good drainage, little winter water preferred.
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height 10–18in
width 10–18in
tolerates Drought, Heat, Pots, Rooftops, Wind
water
needs		 Low
water
info		 Aloes thrive on neglect, making them one of the easiest garden plants for California. They are drought-tolerant, but since this one comes from a summer rainfall area it will want a deep watering every couple weeks during summer dry months. This aloe will be plump with many bright vibrant blue leaves during its growth season. It’s natural for these same plants to show stress during their dry season (though in cultivation here in California winter rains typically keep these plants looking lush), often turning shades of red, orange or brown, giving added seasonal interest to the succulent garden. During this time the leaves will curl in on themselves, and often shrivel up and shed from the base.

Avoid overhead watering in the crown; when water collects there, it may lead to crown rot or brown spotting on the leaves.
hardy
to		 22F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
origin NW South Africa
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 13–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

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.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Can develop a short trunk with beard over time.
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.

Special Interest

Aloe peglerae is often intentionally stressed, as the incurved brightly colored leaves are considered a feature of the plant, especially when the flower blooms being gripped tightly by the leaves.

Hummingbirds love aloes, many of which are pollinated by birds in their native habitat.