Aloe marlothii (Mountain Aloe) : Step By Step Care Guide

Hello and welcome to Brainy Gardener! Today it is all about how to grow and care for Aloe marlothii. The Aloe marlothii also called Mountain Aloe is a beautiful succulent plant that belongs to the Asphodelaceae family. Native to South Africa, it has been introduced to many parts of the world as an ornamental plant. It is often used for landscaping and can be found in many gardens worldwide.

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Aloe marlothii (Mountain Aloe) : Step By Step Care Guide
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Video Timestamps
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0:00 - Introduction
0:53- Light
1:08 - Soil, Water and Fertilizer
2:03- Temperature and Humidity
2:22 - Pruning
2:36 - Potting and Repotting
3:45 - Propagation
4:53- Blooms
5:15 - Toxicity and Common Pests
6:22 - Note and Avoid
6:34 - Common Problems

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Summary
The Aloe marlothii also called Mountain Aloe is a beautiful succulent plant that belongs to the Asphodelaceae family. Native to South Africa, it has been introduced to many parts of the world as an ornamental plant. It is often used for landscaping and can be found in many gardens worldwide. The rosette of green leaves is borne on a single stem that becomes more and more prominent with age.

1. Light
Mountain Aloe will thrive in full sun. However, it prefers a location that receives at least four hours of direct sunlight daily. Although it can survive in partial shade as well, it will not grow to be as vigorous.


2. Soil, Water and Fertilizer
Mountain Aloe prefers well-drained soil that is sandy or gravelly. It will not tolerate heavy, wet soil or standing water in the root zone. If your garden does not drain well, use raised beds filled with cactus and succulent potting mix instead of regular potting soil. The Mountain Aloe does not require a lot of water. In fact, overwatering can lead to root rot or other fungal problems. This may be as little as once every week or two during the hot summer months. Mountain Aloe does not require a lot of fertilizer.

3. Temperature and Humidity
The Mountain Aloe does best in warm climates. Unfortunately, it will not tolerate temperatures below freezing. It is best to provide some heat relief from late fall through spring. Ideal temperatures of this Aloe range from 55 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.


4. Pruning
The Mountain Aloe is generally a low-maintenance plant. It is best to prune this Aloe if it begins to look unkempt or unhealthy. You can cut off any dead leaves and trim back any dead growth you find on the plant’s surface.


5. Potting and Repotting
Mountain Aloe does not need to be repotted very often. It is best to repot this Aloe only when the roots begin to grow too large for its container. If you decide to change up its container, choose one with plenty of drainage holes. Spring is the best time to undergo this process. Use the pot one size larger than the previous container to account for future growth. Prepare the soil. Well-draining and sandy is the best.

6. Propagating Aloe arborescens by Suckers (Pups)
Mountain Aloe is a very prolific plant as such can be propagated by using the tillers, cuttings, or seeds from a mature plant. Using seeds is one of the easy and effective method of propagation of these plants. When using the seeds, sow the Aloe seeds in a tray filled with fine-textured, well-draining potting mix. Ensure that the planting medium is moist, then place the container in a warm spot.

7. Blooms
The flowers vary in color between shades of yellow, orange, and red. They are borne of laterally extending and almost horizontal racemes that rise from the center of the rosette. This is also why this species is sometimes referred to as Flat-flowered Aloe. Multiple racemes around 30 grow to bear these flowers.

8. Toxicity and Common Pests
Mountain Aloe is non-toxic. It is safe for humans and animals. However, it should not be consumed. Mealybugs, Scale Insects and Aphids are some of the most common pests of these plants.

9. Note and Avoid
Please Note and Avoid. Over-watering the plant, Placing it under harsh sunlight, Using poorly drained potting mediums, and Fertilizing during the dormancy period.

10 Common Problems
Over-watering, over-fertilization and browning leaves are some of the most common problems of these plants.
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