Aloe ‘Christmas Carol’
Compact clumping hybrid aloe with dark green to olive leaves bearing raised white tubercles and red-tipped teeth. Foliage flushes red to orange-red in full sun or cool weather. Produces tubular orange-red flowers on upright stalks in winter. Special Features Red to orange foliage in bright sun or cool weather; attracts hummingbirds; good cold tolerance for […]
Poinsettia
Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a tropical shrub prized for colorful winter bracts surrounding tiny flowers. ‘XL 10 in’ generally denotes a large plant sold in a 10-inch nursery pot, not a specific cultivar. Special Features Long-lasting holiday color from showy bracts. Best treated in Phoenix as a seasonal houseplant or movable container specimen rather than […]
Vaombe Aloe
A striking tree aloe from Madagascar with a large rosette of arching, tooth-edged leaves atop a usually solitary trunk. Special Features Dramatic architectural form; drought tolerant once established; nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds and bees. Problems & Solutions Frost sensitive, with damage possible around 28–30°F; choose a sheltered microclimate and cover during freezes. Intense afternoon sun […]