Quick Facts
LightFull sun to partial shade
WaterTypical succulent needs
Maximum Height8 feet / 2.4 m
Maximum Width8 feet / 2.4 m
HardinessUSDA Zone 9a
Minimum Temperature20°F / -6.7°C
PropagationCuttings, offsets and seeds
ToxicityGenerally non-toxic to humans
DormancySummer dormant
Growth HabitLarge shrub
Flower ColorReddish orange
Landscape UseNatural fence
Identification
GrowthA tall, broad and branching succulent shrub.
LeavesBlue-green leaves with yellow marginal teeth.
FlowersReddish-orange blooms appear during winter.
Landscape FormMature plants can form dense natural barriers.
How to Grow Torch Aloe
Light
Provide at least six hours of sunlight daily.
Water
Use the soak-and-dry method and reduce summer watering.
Soil
Use fast-draining soil suitable for large succulents.
Temperature
Avoid planting outdoors where temperatures fall below 20°F (-6.7°C).
Propagation
Cuttings and Offsets
- Remove healthy material with a sterile tool.
- Allow it to callous for several days.
- Plant it in well-draining soil.
- Water only when the soil is dry.
Seeds
- Sow seeds in well-draining soil.
- Start them indoors in cooler climates.
Scientific Classification
| Kingdom | Plantae |
|---|---|
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Subfamily | Asphodeloideae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Species | Aloe arborescens |
Space: Torch Aloe can reach approximately 8 feet tall and wide. Allow adequate room when using it as a hedge or natural barrier.
Sources and Image Attribution
Plant details are compiled from the existing Xerophyte.Garden profile.
Primary image by Andrew Massyn via Wikipedia.
