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Christmas Carol Aloe
Aloe 'Christmas Carol'
Pronunciation: AL-oh
SKU #06379
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when soil is completely dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing rosettes form clumps 8 to 12 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | A festive, petite succulent with fleshy, dark green leaves that feature bright red trim and deep crimson raised spots. Bright pink to red-orange flowers begin blooming in the fall and can continue into winter. A great pick for use in rock gardens and dry borders, or as a small scale groundcover. A frost-tender evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Ice Plant (Delosperma); Yarrow (Achillea); Sedum (Sedum); Yucca (Yucca); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in lean, loose, sandy or rocky, fast-draining soils; indoor plants are best in a cactus soil mix, or equal parts potting soil and sharp sand. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; drought tolerant once established, particularly in coastal regions. Avoid excess water during cooler months. |
Details
| Description | A festive, petite succulent with fleshy, dark green leaves that feature bright red trim and deep crimson raised spots. Bright pink to red-orange flowers begin blooming in the fall and can continue into winter. A great pick for use in rock gardens and dry borders, or as a small scale groundcover. A frost-tender evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Ice Plant (Delosperma); Yarrow (Achillea); Sedum (Sedum); Yucca (Yucca); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in lean, loose, sandy or rocky, fast-draining soils; indoor plants are best in a cactus soil mix, or equal parts potting soil and sharp sand. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; drought tolerant once established, particularly in coastal regions. Avoid excess water during cooler months. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Christmas Carol Aloe produce flowers?
Fall
Is Christmas Carol Aloe evergreen or deciduous?
Christmas Carol Aloe is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Christmas Carol Aloe?
Christmas Carol Aloe is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Christmas Carol Aloe resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Christmas Carol Aloe grow?
Christmas Carol Aloe has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Christmas Carol Aloe in my landscape?
Christmas Carol Aloe is suitable for: Border, Container, Houseplant, Ground Cover.
What color are Christmas Carol Aloe flowers?
Christmas Carol Aloe produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Christmas Carol Aloe?
Christmas Carol Aloe has Burgundy foliage.
What plants grow well with Christmas Carol Aloe?
Good companion plants for Christmas Carol Aloe include: Ice Plant (Delosperma); Yarrow (Achillea); Sedum (Sedum); Yucca (Yucca); Hens & Chicks (Sempervivum); Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe).
How do I care for Christmas Carol Aloe?
Grows easily in lean, loose, sandy or rocky, fast-draining soils; indoor plants are best in a cactus soil mix, or equal parts potting soil and sharp sand. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; drought tolerant once established, particularly in coastal regions. Avoid excess water during cooler months.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.