{"product_id":"hardfor-aloe-aloiampelos-striatula-fro-10-stk","title":"Hardy Aloe (Aloiampelos striatula) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFROST TOLERANT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAloiampelos striatula\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Busk-aloe, hårdfør aloe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy aloe, shrub aloe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eAloiampelos striatula\u003c\/em\u003e is an unusual and very decorative aloe relative from southern Africa, where it grows in mountainous and dry areas in places such as Lesotho and South Africa. Unlike the more classic rosette-forming aloe species, this species develops as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"680\"\u003ebranched, shrub-like plant\u003c\/strong\u003e with upright to slightly overhanging stems and narrow, succulent leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eOne of the most characteristic features is the distinctly \u003cstrong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"826\"\u003estriped stems\u003c\/strong\u003e, which also gave the species its name. During the flowering period, the plant forms slender flower stalks with many small, tubular flowers in bright yellow to yellow-orange shades. The combination of bushy growth, succulent leaves, and rich flowering makes the species highly attractive both as a collector's plant and as a decorative potted plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eCompared to many other aloe species, \u003cem data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003eAloiampelos striatula\u003c\/em\u003e is known for being \u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003emore cold-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e and more shrub-like in its growth, which gives it a slightly different look than the more compact, rosette-forming species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eAloiampelos striatula\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003efull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003every well-drained soil, e.g., \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kaktus-og-sukkulent-mix-5-l?\" title=\"Cactus \u0026amp; Succulent soil (5 L)\"\u003ecactus and succulent soil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003esparse to moderate watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003efertilization with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/langtidsvirkende-okologisk-godning-kaktus?\" title=\"Long-acting Organic fertilizer (Cactus)\"\u003eorganic cactus fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003edry and airy conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eThe species is more robust against cold than many other succulents and can tolerate light frost in dry soil, but in Denmark, it is best grown as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003epotted plant\u003c\/strong\u003e or in a very sheltered and well-drained location. Winter moisture is often a greater challenge than the cold itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eWhen grown in a pot, a light and cool, but protected wintering is recommended. The plant is well-suited for a greenhouse, conservatory, or a very sunny and dry location in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eCultivation from seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eAloiampelos striatula\u003c\/em\u003e are usually relatively easy to sow if they are given warmth and well-drained conditions. For the best result, the following is recommended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003esowing in a light, sandy, and well-drained soil mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003eonly light covering of the seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003etemperature of 20–25 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003ekeeping the soil slightly moist during germination, but never wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2507\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within 1-2 months. The young plants quickly develop small, succulent leaves and grow steadily under good light conditions. Seedlings should be gradually acclimated to stronger sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2507\"\u003eUtility and collector's value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003eAloiampelos striatula\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003eornamental and collector's plant\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is particularly interesting because it combines an aloe-like look with a freer, shrubby growth and at the same time exhibits better cold tolerance than many other species in the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003eFor collectors of succulents and drought-tolerant plants, it is an obvious choice if you want something a bit different from the classic aloe rosettes. The striped stems and the bright flowers give the plant great decorative value all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003eAloiampelos striatula\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow a robust and different aloe relative from scratch – an exciting species with shrubby growth, fine flowers, and high collector's value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719781568780,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Aloiampelosstriatula.jpg?v=1773582845","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/hardfor-aloe-aloiampelos-striatula-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}