Aloe castanea

Name: Aloe castanea - 2.5 litre container
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10608f
Price: 32.27 NZD
Availability: InStock

Aloe castanea, Cat Tail Tree, Cats Tail Aloe

Aloe castanea, commonly known as Cat Tail Tree, is a shrub or tree-like Aloe that grows to 2.5 m tall and 1.5 m wide with a single stem. The long and somewhat narrow leaves are blue-green, fleshy, and have sharp, brown teeth. Clusters of small, dark orange-brown flowers are borne in winter, and tend to resemble a cat’s tail. Aloe castanea is commonly added to a mixed planting, grown as specimen, included in Mediterranean themed gardens, or included anywhere a carefree and attractive plant is required.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical
Plant type:	Cactus and Succulents
Height:	2.50 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Winter
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Aloe castanea, Cat Tail Tree, Cats Tail Aloe

Aloe castanea Details

Aloe castanea, commonly known as Cat Tail Tree, is a shrub or tree-like Aloe that grows to 2.5 m tall and 1.5 m wide with a single stem. The long and somewhat narrow leaves are blue-green, fleshy, and have sharp, brown teeth. Clusters of small, dark orange-brown flowers are borne in winter, and tend to resemble a cat’s tail. The flowers are great for attracting birds and bees. This Aloe grows best in warm, frost free areas in full sun on a well-drained soil. Aloe castanea is commonly added to a mixed planting, grown as specimen, included in Mediterranean themed gardens, or included anywhere a carefree and attractive plant is required.