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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Aloeaceae (Aloes) |
| Origin: South Africa (Africa) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Fall/Winter |
| Synonyms: [Aloe arborescens 'Lutea' #2] |
| Height: 6-8 feet |
| Width: 4-5 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Aloe arborescens 'Lutea' (Golden Torch Aloe) - This is the yellow form of Torch Aloe (Aloe arborescens), a large densely growing species with red flowers that can grow to 9 feet tall by an equal spread. Variety 'Lutea' has yellow flowers that hang tightly on unbranched inflorescences that rise 2 feet above the foliage in late fall and early winter. The 18 inch wide rosettes have leaves that are narrow and recurved with soft toothed margins. Leaf color varies with amount of sunlight but is typically a dull green or yellowish blue-green. This form is a little slower growing and we have never seen it nearly as large as the species - some note this plant gets only 4-5 feet tall. Plant in full sun (coast) to light shade. This drought tolerant plant does great in coastal California without any supplementary irrigation. Hardy to about 22 degrees F.
This description is based on our research and observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery garden and in other gardens that we have visited. We also try to incorporate comments received from others and appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or if they have additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Aloe arborescens 'Lutea'.
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