Aloe wickensii (Wickens’ Aloe) – Seed-Grown Succulent with Red-Tipped Leaves – Grown in Elfin Forest, California

🌿 Description

Aloe wickensii, or Wickens’ Aloe, is a beautiful and uncommon aloe species admired for its upright, symmetrical rosette and striking color contrast—green leaves with reddish tones along the edges and tips. Grown from seed here in Elfin Forest, California, each plant develops its own unique color character depending on light and temperature.

Unlike larger tree-forming aloes, Aloe wickensii remains compact and trunkless, making it perfect for pots, rock gardens, or small landscape spaces. Mature plants can produce tall yellow flower spikes (sometimes tinged with orange), attracting pollinators and adding a bright accent to any collection. It’s both drought-tolerant and easy to grow, thriving in well-draining soil and full to partial sun.

✅ Description Highlights

• Botanical name: Aloe wickensii
• Common name: Wickens’ Aloe
• Origin: Southern Africa
• Form: Compact, non-trunking rosette aloe
• Foliage: Green with reddish margins; color intensifies in sun
• 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

🛠️ Basic Care

• Light: Full sun or bright indirect light
• Water: Water deeply but allow soil to dry between waterings
• Soil: Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix
• Grow Habit (Dormancy): Slower growth in winter — normal
• Hardiness: Best above 32°F (0°C)
• Fertilizer: Light feeding in spring and summer with diluted succulent fertilizer

📦 Shipping & Guarantee

We are currently unable to ship live plants with soil to Florida or Hawaii due to regulations.

We offer a flat shipping rate of $10 per order, no matter how many plants / cuttings you purchase. All orders are shipped via USPS Priority Mail, which typically arrives in 1–3 business days. If you would like to upgrade to Express, just send us a message before checking out.

Cuttings are packed carefully to ensure they arrive healthy and intact.

Weather Note: Please keep an eye on your local forecast before ordering. If temperatures are below 55°F in your area, we recommend purchasing a heat pack, available as a separate item in our shop. This helps protect your plant during transit in cold conditions.

Please message us within 24 hours of delivery with a photo if there are any issues with your order. We’ll do our best to make it right.

Please Note: Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, shape, and color. Growth and performance after delivery depend on your care and environment, so we cannot guarantee plant performance beyond arrival.