Aloe Wickensii aka Wickens’ Aloe Seeds 5 Seeds Free Shipping!
Aloe wickensii, also known as Wickens’ Aloe, is a stunning and rare aloe species that people love for its upright, symmetrical rosette and eye-catching color contrast—green leaves with reddish edges and tips. Grown from seed right here in Elfin Forest, California, each plant showcases its own unique color character based on the light and temperature it receives.
Unlike the larger tree-forming aloes, Aloe wickensii stays compact and trunkless, making it ideal for pots, rock gardens, or small landscape areas. Mature plants can produce tall yellow flower spikes (sometimes with a hint of orange), which attract pollinators and provide a vibrant touch to any collection. It’s drought-tolerant and easy to care for, thriving in well-draining soil and enjoying full to partial sun.
• Botanical name: Aloe wickensii
• Common name: Wickens’ Aloe
• Origin: Southern Africa
• Form: Compact, non-trunking rosette aloe
• Foliage: Green with reddish margins; color deepens in sunlight
• Flower: Yellow blooms on mature plants (may vary slightly)
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• Hardiness: Protect below 32°F (0°C); USDA Zones 9b–11
• Perfect for: Collectors, container gardening, and drought-tolerant landscapes
