1gal Aloe vanbalenii

Please note: Coloration will vary from the plant pictured

Aloe vanbalenii is a striking, stemless succulent known for its large rosette of long, narrow, and strongly recurved leaves that curve toward the ground in a distinctive “octopus-like” form. The fleshy leaves are typically gray-green to bluish-green and lined with small reddish teeth along the margins, giving the plant a bold, architectural appearance. This aloe can grow to about 2 to 3 feet tall and spread 3 to 4 feet wide, often forming attractive clumps as it produces offsets over time. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining, sandy or rocky soil with very low water requirements once established, making it highly drought-tolerant. In late winter to spring, it produces tall flower spikes bearing tubular blooms in shades of yellow to orange-red that attract pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds. Aloe vanbalenii grows best in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b to 11, where temperatures remain mild and frost is minimal.

Please note that the plant may or may not be in bloom when purchased. You will receive a similar or better plant as the one pictured. These are fully rooted plants. Shipping will be via USPS Priority Mail within the United States and its outlying territories ONLY. We do not ship internationally.

Smaller items may or may not be shipped within their nursery pots. We pack our products by hand and take great care to ensure they arrive at their final destination safely. Upon receiving your plants, make sure to remove them from their packaging immediately, repot them using dry soil, and provide ample sunlight. Water as needed, making sure to water again only when the soil is completely dry.