Aloe 'Snowstorm'

Scientific Name

Aloe 'Snowstorm'

Synonym(s)

Aloe 'Snow Storm'

Scientific Classification

Family: Asphodelaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Genus: Aloe

Description

Aloe 'Snowstorm' is an attractive succulent that forms rosettes of green leaves with irregular dense white banding and "flurries" of white teeth on the margins. It is a free-flowering plant with spikes of orange tubular flowers. Whereas the similar Aloe 'Blizzard' is all about upright, tightly clustered growth, the leaves of A. 'Snowstorm' are wider and comparatively flat.

Hardiness

USDA hardiness zones 10a to 11b: from 30 °F (−1.1 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).

How to Grow and Care

Aloe is a very forgiving plant, and a well-grown plant can be quite beautiful. However, as with all succulents, Aloe must never be allowed to sit in stagnant water, and the plant should be carefully monitored to watch for signs of overwatering.

These succulents are not particularly fast-growing and will only rarely need repotting. In spring, repot Aloes tipping over their pots or have ceased growing. A well-drained potting mix is essential. Use a succulent mix. During the repotting of a larger plant, it is possible to divide the root ball carefully. Some varieties of Aloe will send off offsets that can be potted independently.

Aloe plants need intense bright light. They can withstand full summer sun once acclimated. In the winter, provide bright light. These plants prefer warmer temperatures of 70 to 80 °F (21 to 27 °C) but will survive down to 40 °F (4.5 °C). Feed with a fertilizer for cacti and other succulents in spring and summer only.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Aloe.

Origin

This succulent is an Altman Plants original hybrid.

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