Mountain Aloe plants One of the hardiest large

One of the hardiest large aloes

Crown of Thorns stores water in its thick succulent stems and handles extended dry periods with ease

Mulch — apply 2–3 inches of bark mulch or gravel to retain moisture and reduce soil temperature

Desert Spoon (Dasylirion wheeleri) is the ultimate architectural statement plant for Phoenix Valley landscapes

Month 3–6: Every 7–10 days (every 5–7 days during peak summer)

Mountain Aloe plants One of the hardiest largePhoenix's Boldest Large Succulent The Mountain Aloe Mountain Aloe (Aloe marlothii) is one of the most dramatic and imposing aloes you can grow in the Phoenix Valley. This South African native reaches 58 feet tall and 46 feet wide, forming a massive rosette of thick, gray green leaves armed with spiny teeth on both surfaces and edges. In winter, it sends up spectacular branching flower spikes covered in bright orange red blooms that attract