Aloe distans

Common Names: jeweled aloe

Family: Liliaceae

Origin: South Africa

Type: Succulent shrub

Size: 12 in. high; flower stems to 3 ft. Can spread to 10 ft.

Flowers: Red flowers in clusters, winter-summer; leaves are blue-green with yellow to white spots and teeth along edge.

Uses: Containers, succulent garden, rock garden, near oak trees, ground cover. Fire resistive.

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds. Deer resistant.

Soil: Well-drained.

Water: Little to moderate.

Sun: Full sun to light shade.

Pruning: Remove dead leaves.

Pests & Diseases: (None found.)

Notes: Hardy to 25° F.