{"product_id":"traealoe-aloe-barberae-fro-10-stk","title":"Tree Aloe (Aloe barberae) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTHE LARGEST OF ALL ALOE SPECIES\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAloe barberae\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem data-end=\"213\" data-start=\"198\"\u003eAloe bainesii\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Træ aloe, træaloe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tree aloe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"621\" data-start=\"283\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"298\" data-start=\"283\"\u003eAloe barberae\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most majestic succulents in the world and the largest of all aloe species. It originates from South Africa and Mozambique, where it can form impressive trees up to 15–18 meters tall in the wild. With its sculptural growth and dramatic form, it is a true ornamental tree for both botanical gardens and private collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1017\" data-start=\"623\"\u003eThe plant develops a strong, branched trunk and a crown of long, slender, green leaves that curve elegantly outwards. The glossy leaves are less fleshy than those of many other aloe species, giving the tree a light and tropical look. During the flowering season, \u003cem data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"882\"\u003eAloe barberae\u003c\/em\u003e produces large, upright inflorescences with tubular flowers in shades of orange to pink, which attract birds and insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1017\" data-start=\"623\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1017\" data-start=\"623\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1063\" data-start=\"1048\"\u003eAloe barberae\u003c\/em\u003e is a fast-growing species under the right conditions and requires plenty of light, warmth, and well-drained soil. It thrives in large pots or directly in the ground in warm climates. In Denmark, it should be grown in pots that can be moved outside in summer and overwintered in a bright, frost-free location at a minimum of 10 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1553\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003eThe plant is drought-tolerant, but should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept almost completely dry in winter. It can tolerate temperatures down to around 0 °C for short periods, but should be protected from frost to avoid damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1553\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003eCultivation from seed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1553\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003eSow the seeds in a well-drained soil mixture of sand, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/perlite-3-liter-2-6-mm\" title=\"Perlite\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/a\u003e, and a little peat or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kokosmuld-kul-3-liter\" title=\"Kokosmuld\"\u003ecoconut coir\u003c\/a\u003e. A good alternative is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kaktus-og-sukkulent-mix-5-l\" title=\"Specialjord ti kaktus og sukkulenter\"\u003especialized soil for cacti and succulents\u003c\/a\u003e. The seeds should only be lightly covered and kept moist at 20–25 °C. Germination usually occurs within 2–4 weeks. The small plants grow relatively quickly and soon develop the characteristic aloe shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1553\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1553\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003eIn its native homeland, \u003cem data-end=\"1923\" data-start=\"1908\"\u003eAloe barberae\u003c\/em\u003e has had both medicinal and practical uses, but today its greatest value is ornamental. It is used in landscape design all over the world as an impressive specimen tree, and even in pot culture, it provides a dramatic, exotic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2336\" data-start=\"2155\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2170\" data-start=\"2155\"\u003eAloe barberae\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect plant for collectors and enthusiasts who want one of the most impressive and iconic succulents in their collection – a true giant among aloe species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54447806382348,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Aloebarberae.jpg?v=1756125085","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/traealoe-aloe-barberae-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}