Aloe 'Silver Ridge' is a remarkable hybrid perfect for brightening your windowsill or patio while thriving with minimal care.
Scientific Name
Aloe 'Silver Ridge'
Scientific Classification
Family: Asphodelaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Genus: Aloe
Origin
Aloe 'Silver Ridge' is a Kelly Griffin hybrid of unknown parentage.
Description
Aloe 'Silver Ridge' is an attractive small succulent that forms rosettes of glaucous green leaves adorned with elongated, whitish to pale yellow tubercles and marginal teeth. As the plant matures, it produces offsets around the base, creating a dense clump. When exposed to intense sunlight, the leaves develop purple hues, while the tubercles and marginal teeth turn orange. Although the bumpy leaves have serrated, saw-like edges that may seem sharp, they are safe to touch.
During the summer and fall, Aloe 'Silver Ridge' produces tubular, scarlet flowers that are neatly striped and appear on upright, usually unbranched stalks.
How to Grow and Care for Aloe 'Silver Ridge'
Light: When growing Aloe 'Silver Ridge' indoors, place it in a window with plenty of bright indirect sunlight. Rotate the pot once or twice a week to ensure all sides of the plant receive equal lighting. Outdoors, the plant prefers light shade, especially during the hottest parts of the day.
Soil: Great drainage is essential for growing this plant because too much moisture for an extended period can cause root rot. Use commercial soil for succulents, or make your own well-draining mix.
Temperature: When temperatures shift below 50 °F (10 °C), it is time to bring this plant inside. It tolerates heat fairly well but will not survive a hard frost. Aloe 'Silver Ridge' grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).
Watering: This plant needs regular watering but can tolerate drought conditions for short periods. Water deeply, but only when the soil is completely dry to the touch, and do not let water stand in the rosettes. Cut back on watering during the winter months.
Fertilizing: Although it generally does not require fertilizer, this plant will benefit from extra nutrients. Use a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength.
Repotting: Repot only as needed during spring. Pick a container that is one size larger and has drainage holes.
Propagation: To propagate Aloe 'Silver Ridge', remove the offsets from a mature plant from late spring to early summer.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Aloe.
Toxicity of Aloe 'Silver Ridge'
Aloe 'Silver Ridge' is not listed as toxic for people and pets.
Links
- Back to genus Aloe
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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