Aloe Ciliaris (Climbing Aloe)

Large cultivare with dark green foliage that branches of as the plant grows giving it the apperance of climbing on itself

Rapidly Growing, Vining Aloe for Architectural and Vertical Gardens

Aloe ciliaris, commonly known as the Climbing Aloe, is one of the fastest-growing and most unique varieties available, highly valued for its vigorous vining and climbing habit. This species features lush green leaves with small white teeth and thick, fleshy stems that develop a distinctive, ladder-like appearance as they mature. This plant is a powerhouse for landscape use in mild climates, capable of functioning as a sprawling groundcover or a dramatic vertical climber.

Key Features for Retail and Landscape

• Unique Vining Habit: Distinguishes itself from other aloes by its ability to climb. It can reach heights of up to 30 feet when provided with support, such as a tree or fence, appealing to specialty landscapers and designers.
• Rapid Growth: Considered one of the fastest-growing aloes in production, ensuring quick establishment and high impact in landscape projects or vertical garden programs.
• Versatile Growth Habit: Functions effectively as a dense groundcover or forms large, striking clumps, providing architectural height and lush green texture to any succulent collection.

Wholesale Specifications and Culture

Availability and Container

• Container Size: 72 Cell Tray (Ideal starter size for large-scale landscape projects and accelerated nursery production).
• Alternate Availability: Also offered in 3.5″ 12 Count Trays (Excellent for retail sales and immediate decorative container planting).

Cultural Needs

Exposure

Thrives in Full Sun for robust growth and optimal climbing strength. It is also suitable for Bright Indoor Light, where it can be trained as a unique indoor specimen.

Watering Needs

Highly drought-tolerant. Best results are achieved with an “almost dry” culture; follow the standard practice of watering only when the soil is completely dry through the root zone.

Cold Hardiness (Grow Zone)

Suitable for Year-Round Outdoor Growth in USDA Hardiness Zone 9-13.

Overwintering

In cooler climates (below Zone 9), Climbing Aloe is easily maintained indoors near a sunny window, making it a conversation-starting houseplant for your customers.

Bloom Time

Typically produces flowers in the Early Spring.