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Products > Aloe glauca (Genadendal Form)   Aloe glauca (Genadendal Form) - Blue Aloe       Habit and Cultural Information Category: Succulent Family: Aloeaceae (Aloes) Origin: South Africa (Africa) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: Orange Bloomtime: Fall/Spring Height: 2-3 feet Width: 3-4 feet Exposure: Full Sun Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F Aloe glauca (Genadendal Form) (Blue Aloe) - One of many forms of Aloe glauca - this form, from near Genadendal to the south of Bonnievale, is nearly stemless and smaller than most of the other varieties. Unlike the very pale Namaqualand form that is also sold in the California plant trade, this plant is gray green and offsets liberally to make a large clump. It produces large rounded buds from which pale orange flowers emerge starting in fall and often lasting well into spring. Will grow well in sun or shade but foliage will be green unless in full sun. Can be Irrigated only occasionally, but also tolerates wetter conditions. Frost tolerant to below 20º.  This description is based on research and observations of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in our nursery garden and in other gardens that we visit. We also incorporate comments received and appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have any 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 glauca (Genadendal Form).     [MORE INFO]