Aristaloe aristata 'Green Pearl'PBR

RHS Plant Profile
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Synonyms

Aloe aristata 'Green Pearl'
Aristaloe aristata Cosmo
Aloe aristata Cosmo

Cactus Succulent Conservatory Greenhouse Houseplants

A compact, evergreen succulent to around 30cm in height, forming rosettes of dark green fleshy foliage with white bumps and spiny edges and a spiny tip. Red-orange tube-shaped flowers sometimes appear in autumn. Can be grown outdoors, but best grown in pots and containers for easy winter protection

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years

Growing Conditions

Loam
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Asphodelaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Potentially harmful
Human/Pets (dogs, cats, rabbits): Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Genus
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow indoors in a container of peat-free, cacti potting compost, or peat-free, loam-based potting compost with added horticultural grit. Water moderately when in growth, very sparingly when dormant in winter. Apply a general liquid fertiliser monthly from May to August. Can be placed outdoors in summer, see aloe cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by seed as soon as ripe, or propagate by separating offsets in spring or early summer. Root offsets in cactus potting compost

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Houseplants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to scale insects and mealybugs

Diseases

Generally disease-free