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Christmas Carol Aloe - 1 Gallon
SKU:
1839270
UPC:
014949314944
$17.99
- Festive rosettes: dark green leaves trimmed in bright red with deep crimson, raised spotting for bold texture and color.
- Compact habit—clumps mature to ~8–12 in. tall and wide; ideal for small-space containers and rock gardens.
- Seasonal bloom interest: pink to red‑orange flower spikes from fall into winter add holiday‑ready color.
- Waterwise and easy‑care: bright light, fast‑draining mix, and deep but infrequent watering when soil is completely dry.
Christmas Carol Aloe (Aloe ‘Christmas Carol’) is a frost‑tender, evergreen succulent prized for its glowing red‑edged leaves peppered with crimson bumps, forming tidy star‑like rosettes that pop in containers, dry borders, and modern succulent bowls. Give it full to partial sun and a gritty, fast‑draining cactus mix, then let the soil dry fully between waterings. As days shorten, showy pink to red‑orange flowers rise above the foliage from fall into winter, drawing pollinators and adding seasonal color with minimal care.
Plant Description
Petite, clump‑forming aloe with fleshy, dark green leaves edged bright red and studded with deep crimson, raised spots; primarily grown for its striking foliage and compact form.
Foliage & Color
Thick, lance‑shaped leaves display vivid red margins and textured crimson tubercles; color intensifies with bright light and lean, well‑drained soils.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Slender stalks of pink to red‑orange tubular flowers appear from fall into winter, adding off‑season interest and attracting hummingbirds.
Habit & Size
Moderate‑growing rosettes form clumps maturing to roughly 8–12 in. tall and 8–12 in. wide—perfect for tabletop displays and small garden pockets.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun outdoors; bright light indoors. A few hours of direct sun or high‑intensity filtered light promotes compact growth and vivid edging.
Water & Soil
Water thoroughly only when the soil is completely dry. Use a gritty, fast‑draining cactus/succulent mix (or potting soil amended with sharp sand); avoid excess moisture, especially in cooler months.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 9–11; frost‑tender evergreen. In colder regions, grow as a houseplant or move containers indoors before frost.
Special Features
Drought tolerant once established; attracts pollinators (including hummingbirds); generally deer/rabbit resistant; excellent for waterwise designs.
Landscape & Décor Uses
Rock and gravel gardens, xeriscapes, sunny borders, as a small‑scale groundcover in warm zones, and as a standout accent in patio containers or mixed succulent bowls.
Indoor & Container Tips
Choose pots with ample drainage; use a cactus mix; rotate for even light. Reduce watering in winter; never allow containers to sit in saucers of water.
Care & Maintenance
Establish with occasional deep watering, then water sparingly. Feed lightly, if at all, during active growth; refresh the top layer of mix annually for best performance.
Breeding & Background
A selected aloe hybrid known for its star‑like rosette and festive red‑and‑green palette; widely grown for compact habit and dependable foliage color.
- Festive rosettes: dark green leaves trimmed in bright red with deep crimson, raised spotting for bold texture and color.
- Compact habit—clumps mature to ~8–12 in. tall and wide; ideal for small-space containers and rock gardens.
- Seasonal bloom interest: pink to red‑orange flower spikes from fall into winter add holiday‑ready color.
- Waterwise and easy‑care: bright light, fast‑draining mix, and deep but infrequent watering when soil is completely dry.
Christmas Carol Aloe (Aloe ‘Christmas Carol’) is a frost‑tender, evergreen succulent prized for its glowing red‑edged leaves peppered with crimson bumps, forming tidy star‑like rosettes that pop in containers, dry borders, and modern succulent bowls. Give it full to partial sun and a gritty, fast‑draining cactus mix, then let the soil dry fully between waterings. As days shorten, showy pink to red‑orange flowers rise above the foliage from fall into winter, drawing pollinators and adding seasonal color with minimal care.
Plant Description
Petite, clump‑forming aloe with fleshy, dark green leaves edged bright red and studded with deep crimson, raised spots; primarily grown for its striking foliage and compact form.
Foliage & Color
Thick, lance‑shaped leaves display vivid red margins and textured crimson tubercles; color intensifies with bright light and lean, well‑drained soils.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Slender stalks of pink to red‑orange tubular flowers appear from fall into winter, adding off‑season interest and attracting hummingbirds.
Habit & Size
Moderate‑growing rosettes form clumps maturing to roughly 8–12 in. tall and 8–12 in. wide—perfect for tabletop displays and small garden pockets.
Sun & Exposure
Full sun to partial sun outdoors; bright light indoors. A few hours of direct sun or high‑intensity filtered light promotes compact growth and vivid edging.
Water & Soil
Water thoroughly only when the soil is completely dry. Use a gritty, fast‑draining cactus/succulent mix (or potting soil amended with sharp sand); avoid excess moisture, especially in cooler months.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 9–11; frost‑tender evergreen. In colder regions, grow as a houseplant or move containers indoors before frost.
Special Features
Drought tolerant once established; attracts pollinators (including hummingbirds); generally deer/rabbit resistant; excellent for waterwise designs.
Landscape & Décor Uses
Rock and gravel gardens, xeriscapes, sunny borders, as a small‑scale groundcover in warm zones, and as a standout accent in patio containers or mixed succulent bowls.
Indoor & Container Tips
Choose pots with ample drainage; use a cactus mix; rotate for even light. Reduce watering in winter; never allow containers to sit in saucers of water.
Care & Maintenance
Establish with occasional deep watering, then water sparingly. Feed lightly, if at all, during active growth; refresh the top layer of mix annually for best performance.
Breeding & Background
A selected aloe hybrid known for its star‑like rosette and festive red‑and‑green palette; widely grown for compact habit and dependable foliage color.
