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5.0 out of 5 (2 experiences)


About Firebird Aloe
Many people are familiar with Aloe vera, but this genus of plants contains tons of other beautiful succulent plants that come in all sorts of colors! Their succulent leaves evolved to store water in dry climates, which makes them a perfect fit if you're a busy plant parent. With great care (and a lot of sunlight) you may even see your Aloe bloom! Their flowers grow out of a large spike and can be shades of red, orange, and yellow. 🔥
Taxonomy
Aloe 'Firebird'
Aloe
Asphodelaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Firebird Aloe

How often to water your Firebird Aloe

every 12
Firebird Aloe needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Fort Worth, Texas.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Fort Worth, Texas
42% Low

Growing Firebird Aloe in Fort Worth right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium 👌
February 7th, 2023
Sunlight energy as measured by “net radiation” in Fort Worth is currently medium 👌.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determ…
Sunlight will increase by 30.2% ☀️
February 4th, 2023
Fort Worth is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Fort Worth is expected to increase by 30.2% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 11.6 megajoules of energy pe…
Daylight will increase by 0.8 hours 📈
January 31st, 2023
This month, Fort Worth is getting an average of 7.1 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 8.2% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.8 total hours of d…
Finding light for Firebird Aloe in your home

a window
Firebird Aloe love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Fort Worth, Texas ⛅.
Firebird Aloe does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

How to fertilize Firebird Aloe

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Firebird Aloe after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Firebird Aloe thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Firebird Aloe requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Firebird Aloe prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Firebird Aloe is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Firebird Aloe grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
It’s common for Firebird Aloe to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Firebird Aloe is native to Southern Africa to India.
Flowers
Firebird Aloe produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.
Care Summary for Firebird Aloe
Firebird Aloe
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Fort Worth, Texas, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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