{"title":"Shippable Larger Sized Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eDry Oasis Plants growing in 3-gallon and larger containers have traditionally been available only for local pickup or delivery. We're temporarily making a selection of these specimens available to ship, giving you the opportunity to bring home established plants that aren't usually offered for shipping. Additional handling and higher shipping costs apply due to plant size and packaging requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aloe-ramosissima-3ga","title":"Aloe ramosissima - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe ramosissima, now classified as Aloidendron ramosissimum, is a striking larger aloe reaching up to 3 meters in height, characterized by heavily branching, smooth stems and small crowns of narrow, glaucous leaves. Originating from Southern Africa's Namib Desert winter rainfall area, it thrives in arid, rocky habitats on hills and mountains, presenting a magnificent sight when well-grown. This slow-growing tree-type aloe boasts profuse branching and smooth, white stems, with a short trunk adorned with satiny, waxy, powdery silver-pink-brown bark, acting as a natural sunscreen. Fleshy leaves and stems store water, while grey powder reflects intense heat. Branching continues with age, forming a dense, spherical shrub with oblong leaves, occasionally tinged with pink and varying in color based on sunlight exposure. Flowering in winter, its short, sparsely branched inflorescences bear large tubular yellow flowers, attracting pollinators like bees and ants. Aloe ramosissima, endemic to the border region between South Africa and Namibia, faces habitat threats from mining and overgrazing, earning its vulnerable status. Care involves minimal summer watering, preferring winter moisture and well-drained sandy soil. Hardy down to 28°F, it thrives in dry tropical or warm temperate gardens, serving as a specimen plant or container-grown houseplant, boasting drought tolerance once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages of mature specimens shown for reference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48731607400679,"sku":"aloe-ramos-4in","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_ramosissima_3ga_several.jpg?v=1789477743"},{"product_id":"agave-red-margin-3ga","title":"Agave \"Red Margin\" - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSimilar in appearance to Agave 'Blue Flame,' or Agave 'Blue Glow,' this very attractive species exhibits smooth, lanceolate, toothless, silver-green leaves with red margins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50008006426855,"sku":"agve-redma-3ga","price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/agave_red_margin_3ga_hero.jpg?v=1721915974"},{"product_id":"aloe-striata-5ga","title":"Aloe striata - 5ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe striata, commonly known as 'Coral Aloe', is a stemless succulent native to South Africa. This beautiful species can reach heights of up to 18 inches (45 cm) and widths of up to 2 feet (60 cm), with flat, gray-green leaves that vary in color depending on sunlight levels. In late winter to early spring, Aloe striata produces stunning coral-red blooms on branching stems up to 3 feet (60 cm) tall. This clumping aloe is perfect for adding texture to planting locations, whether in full sun or partial shade, and is great as a ground cover or for succulent\/rock gardens, patio containers, or walkways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant has been grown in a 5ga pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50178975432935,"sku":"aloe-stria-5ga","price":44.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_striata_5ga_top.jpg?v=1754256973"},{"product_id":"aloe-jacobs-ladder-3ga","title":"Aloe \"Jacob's Ladder\" - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe \"Jacob's Ladder\" also known as Yellow Dawe Hybrid Aloe, is a clump-forming, nearly stemless shrub aloe native to East Africa. It forms rosettes of bright green leaves, reaching up to 3 feet tall and wide. During mid-winter, it showcases striking bright orange-yellow buds and flowers arranged horizontally along branching racemes, resembling the rungs of a ladder, inspiring its cultivar name. This unique flowering pattern adds to its ornamental value, particularly after winter storms when rainwater collects at the tips of its flower buds. Jacob's Ladder Aloe features large succulent sword-like leaves with an olive green color, often tinged with brick red, and produces dainty racemes of orange tubular flowers with yellow overtones in mid-winter to early spring. It is a relatively low-maintenance herbaceous evergreen perennial, deer-resistant, and suitable for various landscape applications such as accents, mass plantings, rock\/alpine gardens, and container planting. It thrives in full sunlight and well-drained soil, adapting well to dry to average moisture levels and sandy soils, making it ideal for low-water gardens or xeriscapes. Despite its cultivated variety status, propagation through division is possible, allowing for its widespread cultivation in outdoor containers and various landscape settings.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant has been grown in a 3ga pot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50306096464103,"sku":"aloe-jacob-3ga","price":48.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_jacobs_ladder_3ga_hero.jpg?v=1727286150"},{"product_id":"drimia-maritima-7ga","title":"Drimia maritima - 7ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis plant will be shipped as a large bulb(s). While Drimia maritima is dormant during the Summer it loses it leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrimia maritima, also known as Sea Squill or Sea Onion, is a \u003cstrong\u003ebulbous plant\u003c\/strong\u003e native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa. Characterized by its basal, strap-shaped leaves that persist through late fall to summer, this plant produces tall flower stalks up to 7 feet high, crowned with clusters of star-shaped white flowers that bloom in late summer and fall. Some varieties display pinkish tinges or a pink midrib on the petals. The bulb, typically partially exposed, can divide into multiple bulbs, forming large clumps over time. Sea Squill thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained sandy or rocky soils, though it can tolerate heavier soils if planted on a slope or mound. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal watering, especially during its dormant winter phase. Hardy in USDA Zones 8a-11b, it can survive temperatures down to 20-25°F but benefits from frost protection. Grown for its striking flower spikes, it is used in dry garden landscapes and makes an excellent cut flower. Its bulb has historical medicinal uses but is toxic to mammals if ingested, requiring caution around pets and livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50698476552423,"sku":"drim-marit-7ga","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/drimia_maritima_7ga_hero.jpg?v=1739072502"},{"product_id":"aloe-verity-nice-3ga","title":"Aloe \"Verity Nice\"  - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact clustering succulent, reaching 12-18 inches tall. Its lance-shaped green leaves feature decorative zigzagging horizontal bands of spots, reddish-brown toothed margins, and red highlights in full sun. It produces bright yellow flowers on 2-foot tall branched inflorescences throughout the year. Hardy to temperatures as low as 25°F, it thrives in well-drained soil in full sun to light shade. Developed from a cross between Aloe sinkatana and Aloe peckii, this cultivar, named to honor its breeder, boasts year-round attractiveness with its spotted foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant has been grown in a 3ga pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. The plant is for pick up only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51039046566119,"sku":"aloe-verit-3ga","price":49.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_verity_nice_3ga_hero.jpg?v=1773544768"},{"product_id":"aloe-marlothii-utrecht-form-3ga","title":"Aloe marlothii \"Utrecht Form\"- 3ga","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"546\"\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eAloe marlothii\u003c\/em\u003e “Utrecht form” is a trunk-forming aloe with broad, spiny gray-green leaves and dramatic winter blooms. Native to southern Africa, this variant is distinguished by its deep red flowers—darker than the standard orange-yellow of the species—and originates from a red-flowered population in Utrecht, KwaZulu-Natal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"899\"\u003ePlants form solitary trunks reaching 8–10 feet tall, crowned by a rosette of broad, upward-arching leaves heavily armed with reddish-brown spines. In late fall through winter, mature specimens produce wide, multi-branched inflorescences held at horizontal angles—each branch lined with vivid red tubular flowers that draw hummingbirds and pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eBest grown in full sun with well-drained soil. Once established, it requires little to no supplemental irrigation and thrives in hot, dry climates. Cold hardy to 20–25°F (USDA Zone 9a+), this aloe is ideal for large-scale landscapes, desert gardens, or open areas where its size and structure can be fully appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51175071973607,"sku":"aloe-marut-3ga","price":62.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_marlothii_utrecht_3ga.jpg?v=1752288899"},{"product_id":"agave-blue-fantastic-3ga","title":"Agave \"Blue Fantastic\" - 3ga","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickup only - No shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAgave attenuata Blue Fantastic is an addition to the array of tissue-cultured blue-leaved Agaves by Rancho Tissue Technologies. This magnificent plant boasts wide tapering leaves that gracefully showcase a dusky blue hue. It stretches to 3 feet across and stands tall at 3 to 4 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrown in a 3ga pot. Pickup only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51237835440359,"sku":"agve-blufc-3ga","price":34.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/agave_blue_fantastic_3ga_side.jpg?v=1754259018"},{"product_id":"aloe-bulbillifera-var-paulianae-5ga","title":"Aloe bulbillifera var. paulianae - 5ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aloe bulbillifera var. paulianae, commonly known as Paulian Aloe, is a stemless succulent native to Madagascar, prized for its ornamental appeal. It forms solitary rosettes of lance-shaped leaves with yellowish-white teeth, growing up to 14 inches tall and spreading up to 24 inches. In late winter, it produces wand-like arching inflorescences bearing racemes of orange flowers with yellow tips, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eaccompanied by bulbils\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e along the main flower stalks. Originating from Madagascar's Mahajanga Province, it thrives in rainforests and mountainous regions at elevations of 1,000 to 2,600 feet. Paulian Aloe prefers full sun to partial shade, well-drained sandy soil, and medium water levels, suitable for xeriscaping. It can withstand temperatures down to 25°F (Zone 9a) and has traditional medicinal uses, attracting wildlife like hummingbirds. This versatile plant is ideal for accent planting, rock gardens, and containers due to its striking appearance and low maintenance requirements.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569238212839,"sku":"aloe-bulbil-5ga","price":62.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_bulbillifera_paulianae_5ga.jpg?v=1773847713"},{"product_id":"aloe-chico-banana-3ga","title":"Aloe \"Chico Banana\" - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aloe 'Chico Banana' is a small succulent prized for its compact growth, reaching 12 to 18 inches tall and wide. Originating from garden cultivation, it features variegated foliage adorned with white dashes and produces clear yellow flowers year-round. This hybrid plant thrives in full sun exposure with low water needs, making it suitable for landscapes with well-drained soil. It forms rosettes of upright deep green leaves and typically grows in small clumps. Its continuous clear yellow flowering adds vibrancy to its appearance, emerging on unbranched inflorescences extending about a foot above the foliage. Created by aloe hybridizer Kelly Griffin, it resulted from a cross between Aloe harlana and Aloe peckii, with Aloe harlana originating from Ethiopia and Aloe peckii from Northern Somalia. This succulent is hardy to temperatures ranging from 20 to 25°F and exhibits moderate frost tolerance, making it suitable for regions with mild winters. In gardens, it is primarily grown for ornamental purposes, adding visual interest to garden beds or containers, and is suitable for xeriscaping projects due to its low water needs and drought tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dryoasisplants.com\/blogs\/how-to\/what-color-flowers-do-aloes-have#yellow\" title=\"See more yellow flowering Aloe species\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSee more aloes with yellow flowers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51592450277607,"sku":"aloe-chcbn-3ga","price":34.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_chico_banana_3ga_top.jpg?v=1764215139"},{"product_id":"agave-titanota-black-and-blue-3ga","title":"Agave titanota \"Black and Blue\" - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChallenging to Ship - higher handling \/ shipping fees apply\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgave titanota ‘Black and Blue’ is a compact, evergreen agave selected for its dense rosette and pronounced contrast between pale blue-gray leaves and very dark marginal teeth. Mature plants typically form tight rosettes about 1 to 2 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, with thick, broad leaves held in a slightly upright posture that gives the plant a rounded, controlled outline. The leaf surfaces are matte and smoky blue-gray, while the margins carry stout teeth that emerge lighter and darken to deep brown or near black with age, ending in a dark terminal spine. Growth is slow, and plants usually remain solitary for many years, though older specimens may offset lightly to form small clusters. Like other agaves, it is monocarpic and flowers only at maturity, producing a tall inflorescence with yellow flowers before the rosette declines. This cultivar originated from seed collected near Tepitizonga in Oaxaca, Mexico, and was selected by Kelly Griffin, later introduced and propagated by Rancho Soledad Nursery. It performs best in full sun with excellent drainage, requires low water once established, and tolerates brief cold to roughly 25–30°F when kept dry. Its moderate size and strong color contrast make it well suited as a focal plant in containers, raised beds, and low-water or modern landscape designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51634603557095,"sku":"agve-titan-3ga","price":42.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/agave_titanota_black_blue_3ga_side_2.jpg?v=1765733577"},{"product_id":"aloe-ferox-3ga","title":"Aloe ferox - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe ferox, commonly known as Cape Aloe, Bitter Aloe, or Red Aloe, is a tall, solitary succulent native to South Africa and Lesotho. It features large rosettes of blue-green to gray-green leaves lined with reddish spines along the margins and often across both surfaces. Mature plants develop a single trunk over time, typically reaching 6 to 10 feet tall, sometimes taller, and may display a skirt of dried leaves around the base. From late fall to early spring, Aloe ferox produces tall, branched inflorescences with tubular flowers ranging in color from red and orange to yellow. These blooms are rich in nectar and attract a wide variety of wildlife, including birds, insects, and even monkeys in native habitats. The species thrives in full sun and well-draining soils and tolerates drought, though it benefits from occasional watering during the growing season. Endemic to dry slopes, karoo edges, and grassy fynbos across the Cape and Free State provinces, Aloe ferox is also valued for its \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/dryoasisplants.com\/blogs\/how-to\/aloe-ferox-benefits-skin-care-medicinal-uses-growing-tips-and-how-it-compares-to-aloe-vera\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehistoric medicinal use, especially for the bitter sap beneath its leaf skin\u003c\/a\u003e. It is suitable for USDA Zones 9–11, with foliage tolerating brief frost and flowers sensitive around 24°F. In gardens, it makes a striking focal point, supports pollinators, and brings both ornamental and ethnobotanical value to xeric landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant has been grown in a 3ga pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51764070088935,"sku":"aloe-ferox-3ga","price":48.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_ferox_3ga_hero.jpg?v=1770093556"},{"product_id":"aloe-striata-3ga","title":"Aloe striata - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe striata, commonly known as 'Coral Aloe', is a stemless succulent native to South Africa. This beautiful species can reach heights of up to 18 inches (45 cm) and widths of up to 2 feet (60 cm), with flat, gray-green leaves that vary in color depending on sunlight levels. In late winter to early spring, Aloe striata produces stunning coral-red blooms on branching stems up to 3 feet (60 cm) tall. This clumping aloe is perfect for adding texture to planting locations, whether in full sun or partial shade, and is great as a ground cover or for succulent\/rock gardens, patio containers, or walkways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant has been grown in a 3ga pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51983442280679,"sku":"aloe-stria-3ga","price":34.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_striata_5ga_top.jpg?v=1754256973"},{"product_id":"aloe-samson-3ga","title":"Aloe \"Samson\"  - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe 'Samson' is a robust tree aloe originating from South Africa, characterized by its impressive stature, reaching heights of 10 to 20 feet. Featuring lanceolate, slightly recurved green leaves and salmon-colored flowers emerging from distinctive orange buds, it adds striking beauty to any landscape. This evergreen succulent produces showy spikes of salmon flowers from late fall to mid-winter, complemented by attractive mottled gray bark. Created by aloe enthusiast Sarmis Luters, it is a hybrid between Aloe barberae and Aloe ramosissima, part of a series of superhero tree aloes. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, it requires minimal irrigation and is hardy to at least 27°F. With its majestic beauty and drought resistance, it is suitable for garden planting or container cultivation, making it an ideal choice for landscape accents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52233349759207,"sku":"aloe-samsn-3ga","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_samson_3ga_side.jpg?v=1791684034"},{"product_id":"aloe-capitata-5ga","title":"Aloe capitata - 5ga","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor a limited time - Shipping Enabled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003enote: Acquired as simply \"Aloe capitata\". Assuming it is var capitata for now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAloe capitata is a solitary, usually stemless succulent native to Madagascar, where it grows in mountainous regions including the Central Madagascan Highlands. It forms a rosette of approximately 20–30 thick, rigid, ascending leaves, each reaching about 20 inches long and 2.4 inches wide. The foliage is generally green to gray-green or blue-green, often developing pink, reddish, or deep maroon tones in bright light. Leaf margins have a reddish, hardened edge lined with sharp, red-brown teeth, while the rounded, toothed leaf tips and yellow-drying sap are additional identifying features. Plants growing in shade may develop an erect stem up to approximately 24 inches tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering is the principal ornamental feature of this species. The erect inflorescence can reach about 32 inches tall and may produce up to four branches, each terminating in a dense, rounded cluster of yellow to orange-yellow, narrowly bell-shaped flowers. These capitate racemes may reach nearly 4 inches in diameter, with flowers opening progressively from the top downward. Blooming may occur from late fall into winter. The related \u003cem\u003eAloe capitata\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003equartziticola\u003c\/em\u003e is particularly noted for its large, almost spherical flower clusters, which may contain more than 100 flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species was formally described by Baker in 1883 and has been associated with several geographically and morphologically distinct varieties, including var. \u003cem\u003egneissicola\u003c\/em\u003e, var. \u003cem\u003esilvicola\u003c\/em\u003e, var. \u003cem\u003ecipolinicola\u003c\/em\u003e, and var. \u003cem\u003equartziticola\u003c\/em\u003e. Native populations have been affected by recurring grass fires, and frost can damage the flower clusters even where the plants themselves survive. \u003cem\u003eAloe capitata\u003c\/em\u003e performs best in full sun and sharply drained soil, with occasional to infrequent watering once established. It is generally propagated from seed because offsets are rarely produced. The typical form is considered frost tender, tolerating approximately 30°F, while var. \u003cem\u003equartziticola\u003c\/em\u003e is reported to withstand considerably lower temperatures. This aloe is best used as a specimen plant in containers, rock gardens, and waterwise landscapes where its colorful foliage and distinctive rounded flower clusters can be appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSources:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/resources-and-references#aloes-definitive-guide\"\u003eCarter et al. (2011), p. 337-339.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/resources-and-references#aloes-in-wonderland\"\u003eAloes in Wonderland — Aloe Gallery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52634451345639,"sku":"aloe-capit-5ga","price":58.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_capitata_5ga_hero.jpg?v=1789430450"},{"product_id":"aloe-conifera-3ga","title":"Aloe conifera - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe conifera is a small, solitary, generally stemless aloe from central Madagascar, forming a compact rosette of about 20–24 bluish-gray leaves that may develop reddish to red-violet tones in strong sunlight. The lance-shaped leaves reach approximately 6 inches long and have reddish marginal teeth, while young plants may show reddish warts on the lower leaf surfaces that disappear with age. Mature plants are typically about 12–16 inches tall and wide. The species grows naturally on dry, rocky granite terrain at elevations of approximately 4,265–4,920 feet, often rooted in crevices containing little soil. It is closely related to Aloe betsileensis, but differs in having smaller leaves and sweetly scented flowers. Flowering is particularly distinctive: a usually unbranched stem rises 12–20 inches above the rosette and carries a dense, cylindrical raceme whose overlapping bracts give the developing inflorescence a cone-like appearance. The small, sessile, lemon-yellow to yellow, bell-shaped flowers are sweetly scented and typically appear in winter. Aloe conifera is relatively easy to grow in porous, sharply drained soil, with thorough watering after the soil dries and minimal irrigation during winter. It performs well in full sun or a bright sheltered position and is well suited to rock gardens and containers, but should be protected from frost.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are large specimens which have outgrown their 3ga sized pots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52634959577319,"sku":"aloe-conif-3ga","price":58.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_conifera_3ga_side.jpg?v=1789441102"},{"product_id":"aloe-hercules-3ga","title":"Aloe Hercules - 3ga","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003eAloe 'Hercules' is an impressive and fast-growing tree aloe hybrid, reaching 20-30 feet in its native South Africa. A cross between Aloe barberae and Aloe dichotoma, it exhibits hybrid vigor with a central trunk and fleshy green leaves tinged with rose. The smooth trunk, resembling Aloe dichotoma, transitions to a rough base. With pillar-like growth, it remains specimen-worthy, adorned with large, blue-grey, triangular leaves. Flowering in spring with green-tipped salmon flowers, it's hardy down to the low 20's°F. Thriving in full sun, porous soil, and low maintenance, it's a striking, drought-tolerant landscape plant ideal for xeriscapes, providing a WOW factor.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003eImages of larger specimens shown for reference.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52803919184103,"sku":"aloe-hercl-3ga","price":58.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_hercules_3ga_side.jpg?v=1791759614"},{"product_id":"aloe-dichotoma-3ga","title":"Aloe dichotoma - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe dichotoma, also known as Quiver tree, stands out as one of the largest Aloes, forming an incredibly tough tree with elegantly tapered branches adorned with succulent rosettes of aloe leaves. Found in arid habitats in Namibia and South Africa, it may reach over 80 years of age and towering heights of approximately 7 meters, oftentimes playing host to large colonial nests of social weaver birds. The trunk, swollen and aged, develops fissures and a rich character with its gold\/brown bark peeling off in segments. The branches, smooth and coated with a thin layer of whitish powder, create a dense, rounded crown adorned with bluish leaves featuring teeth along the margins. In winter, bright yellow flowers grace the tips of the branches, drawing birds, insects, and baboons with their copious nectar. With a name referring to its repeatedly forking branches, Aloe dichotoma is a prominent component of arid landscapes, valued not only for its beauty but also for its medicinal uses. Thriving in rocky, well-drained soil under full sun to part shade, it adds a striking presence to hot and dry rock gardens or large containers, showcasing its spread-root-system and frost resistance down to 23 degrees F.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages of mature specimens shown for reference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52838112788711,"sku":"aloe-dicho-3ga","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_dichotoma_3ga.jpg?v=1779079724"},{"product_id":"aloe-safari-orange-3ga","title":"Aloe Safari Orange - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafari Orange Aloe, a captivating mid-sized clustering aloe, features upwardly inclined gray-green leaves reaching around 3 feet in height and slightly wider spread. As winter approaches, it unveils numerous unbranched inflorescences with brilliant orange, narrow flowers. The blooms, starting as dark buds and gradually lightening from the bottom, adorn 2-foot-long stems. This aloe is a first-year bloomer, adding an exciting burst of color to your garden. Resilient against temperatures of 20-30°F\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"dryoasisplants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52839670644967,"sku":"aloe-sfior-3ga","price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2998\/6791\/files\/aloe_safari_orange_3ga.jpg?v=1779067555"},{"product_id":"aloe-tomentosa-3ga","title":"Aloe tomentosa - 3ga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe tomentosa, commonly known as Hairy Green Aloe, is a large, generally solitary aloe native to the highlands of Yemen and Saudi Arabia. It forms a broad rosette of thick, rigid, gray-green to pale green leaves, typically reaching 16–20 inches long, with small teeth along the margins. Mature plants grow approximately 2 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide. The species grows naturally in rocky mountain habitats at high elevations and is particularly notable for its intricately branched flower stalks, which can carry dozens of densely packed racemes covered in woolly hairs. The flowers are typically greenish-yellow to chartreuse, although orange, pink, and yellow forms have also been reported. Flowering may occur in summer, and the dense white hairs can give the flower clusters a pale, almost woolly appearance. Aloe tomentosa performs best in well-drained soil and appreciates regular moisture during warm-season growth, with reduced watering as plants establish. It can be grown in the ground or in containers, in full sun in cooler climates or with some afternoon protection in hotter areas. Propagation is by seed, and young seedlings require careful watering to avoid rot. Despite its mountainous Arabian origin, the species has shown notable cold tolerance in California gardens, with reported survival in some locations around 19°F, although this should not be considered a guaranteed minimum. Its broad foliage and unusual, woolly flower clusters make it a distinctive choice for dry gardens, rock gardens, and containers where excellent drainage can be maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSources:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/resources-and-references#aloes-definitive-guide\"\u003eCarter et al. 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