Cape aloe typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between August and October.
Cape aloe
Aloe ferox
Cape aloe (Aloe ferox) is an amazing plant species. It is a succulent that is native to South Africa, and it has many incredible attributes. Its leaves are large and spiky and a rich, deep green color. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties, being a great solution to skin ailments and burns. In addition to its protective properties, Cape aloe produces an incredibly beautiful flower when in bloom, producing bright, red/yellow clusters that last all summer long. With such a beautiful and beneficial plant, it’s no surprise why Cape aloe is so popular!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation,Offsets
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 12
Flowers:
Red to orange Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Water deeply when the soil is dry to a depth of about 1 inch, and reduce watering in the winter months when the plant is dormant. Generally, an adult Aloe ferox should be watered about once a week in the summer months and less in the winter, about every other week or so. Do not overwater, as this can cause root rot. Be sure to check the soil before watering. If the soil is still moist from the last watering, hold off until it has slightly dried out.
sunlight
pruning
Cape aloe (Aloe ferox) should be pruned in late spring as new growth begins to appear just prior to the summer months. Pruning should be more moderate and limited to removing dead or damaged leaves and any dead flower stalks. It is important to not prune more than 1/3 of the leaves at once. Too much pruning can weaken the plant and reduce its growth rate.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Cape aloe typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between August and October.
