Coast Aloe

Aloe Thraskii

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Overview

Coast Aloe (Aloe thraskii) is an elegant South African native, notable for its curving, blue-green leaves adorned with reddish-brown teeth. This drought-tolerant succulent reaches heights up to 10 feet and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Its striking yellow flowers bloom on tall spikes in summer, attracting pollinators. Ideally spaced 6-8 feet apart, it serves as an architectural focal point in water-wise gardens. Hardy to USDA Zone 9.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–10

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Coast Aloe (Aloe thraskii) is an elegant South African native

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — This drought-tolerant succulent reaches heights up to 10 feet and thrives in full sun to partial shade

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Coast Aloe (Aloe thraskii) is an elegant South African native

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — This striking plant can reach a mature height of 6 to 10 feet with rosettes of robust

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Its striking yellow flowers bloom on tall spikes in summer, attracting pollinators

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Ideally spaced 6-8 feet apart, it serves as an architectural focal point in water-wise gardens

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — is an imposing succulent native to the coastal dunes of South Africa

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae

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Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — blue-green leaves adorned with reddish-brown teeth

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — This drought-tolerant succulent reaches heights up to 10 feet and thrives in full sun to partial shade

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Coast Aloe (Aloe thraskii) is an elegant South African native

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — This striking plant can reach a mature height of 6 to 10 feet with rosettes of robust

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Its striking yellow flowers bloom on tall spikes in summer, attracting pollinators

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Ideally spaced 6-8 feet apart, it serves as an architectural focal point in water-wise gardens

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — is an imposing succulent native to the coastal dunes of South Africa

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — renowned for its distinctive and stately appearance

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — This magnificent yellow-orange inflorescence blooms in early to mid-summer

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — a rich green with a tinge of blue

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — upright leaves that can span up to 4 feet in length

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — is lined with small reddish-brown teeth

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — which can soar up to 3 feet above the foliage

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — It is highly tolerant of seaside conditions

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — attracting a host of pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — including salt spray and sandy soils

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — making it an impeccable selection for coastal landscapes

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — adhering to the principles of xeriscaping

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — It requires minimal watering

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — consider using Aloe thraskii as a focal point or accent plant

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — Ensure ample space is provided to accommodate its mature spread and height for a balanced

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — harmonious aesthetic in your client's garden

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — multi-colored and orange and yellow flowers in the garden

Coast Aloe (Aloe Thraskii) — succulent for full

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