


Tilt head Aloe
Tilt-head Aloe is a tree-like succulent with large dense tilted rosettes of succulent dull green or blue-green leaves with pale scarlet margins and short serrated teeth. Trunk is usually unbranched and covered by dried leaves. Short spikes of densely packed flowers are red in bud opening to greenish white bloom in mild wintered areas.
Aloe speciosa
Fruit Characteristics
Fruit edible :Yes
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf texture : Succulent
Leaf length : 30"
Leaf shape : Lance-shaped with reddish margins and teeth
Leaf color : Dull green to blue-green
Flower Characteristics
Flower shape : Spike
Flower color : Red
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Evergreen
Average size maturity width : 4-6 ft.
Average size maturity height : 8-10 ft.
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 25 to 30 F( Z9b)
Sunset zone : 8, 9, 12-24
Water requirements : Moderate
Light exposure : Partial Sun
Landscape Attributes
Under oak trees : Yes
Barrier plants : Yes
Seashore conditions : Yes
Oak root fungus resistance : Yes
Hummingbirds : Yes
Hedges and screens : Yes
Frost tender : Yes
Fragrance : Yes
Erosion control : Yes
Drought tolerant : Yes
Deer resistant : Yes
Butterflies : Yes
Colorful fruits and berries : Yes
Birds : Yes
Autumn foliage color : Yes
Attractive bark : Yes
Allergenic plants : Yes