Aloe Marlothii "Mountain Aloe" 15cmPot

Botanical Name: Aloe marlothii
Common Names: Mountain Aloe, Flat-flowered Aloe

📌 Product Description

Aloe marlothii, commonly known as the Mountain Aloe, is a striking large succulent known for its massive rosette of grey-green leaves covered in prominent reddish-brown spines. As it matures, it forms a single trunk, creating a bold, sculptural presence in the landscape.

This species is particularly admired for its dramatic winter flowering display, producing tall, branched candelabra-like inflorescences with bright orange to yellow flowers. The blooms attract birds, especially sunbirds, adding life to the garden during cooler months.

Highly adapted to South African conditions, Aloe marlothii is extremely hardy, drought tolerant, and ideal for large water-wise landscapes.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 2 – 4 m (including flower spikes up to ±5 m)
Spread: 2 – 3 m
Growth Habit: Large single-stemmed succulent with rosette crown
Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining sandy or rocky soil
Water:

• Water moderately during establishment
• Very drought tolerant once established
• Avoid overwatering

Feeding: Minimal feeding required; apply compost lightly if needed.

Maintenance:

• Very low maintenance
• Remove old leaves if necessary
• Ensure excellent drainage

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Spring to early summer
Active Growth: Spring and summer
Flowering Season: Winter
Climate Suitability: Suitable for most South African regions
Frost Tolerance: Tolerates moderate frost

🌼 Additional Benefits

• Indigenous South African species
• Spectacular winter flowers
• Attracts birds and pollinators
• Extremely drought tolerant
• Strong architectural feature

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Feature specimen plant
✔ Large landscapes
✔ Rock and succulent gardens
✔ Water-wise gardens
✔ Indigenous planting