Aloe ' Bushwhacker'

Bushwhacker Aloe A striking hybrid aloe that produces vibrant orange-red flower spikes from mid-summer (January) through autumn (April) in Cape Town’s Mediterranean climate. Compact yet bold, it’s perfect for rockeries, water-wise gardens, or as a dramatic container specimen. Thrives in full sun, tolerates dry conditions, and adds year-round architectural interest with its fleshy, upright leaves. A tough yet beautiful aloe that brings fiery colour and resilience to your garden.

Why You’ll Love It

• Striking orange-red flower spikes in summer and autumn.
• Compact size ideal for pots, borders, and rockeries.
• Drought-tolerant and thrives in Cape Town’s dry summers.
• Architectural foliage adds year-round interest.
• Attracts pollinators like sunbirds and bees.

Plant & Care

Plant in full sun with sandy, well-drained soil. Water sparingly, especially during Cape Town’s winter rainfall season, as aloes prefer drier conditions. Remove spent flower stalks to encourage new blooms. Protect from frost in colder inland areas, though Cape Town’s mild winters are generally suitable. Feed lightly with a low-nitrogen fertiliser in spring for best flowering.

Did You Know?

Hybrid aloes like ‘Bushwhacker’ are bred for their extended flowering season, meaning you’ll enjoy colourful blooms for longer than many traditional aloe species.