Aloe x 'Skylight' Mesemb It is notable in turning

It is notable in turning a beautiful reddish to purple color during the cooler months or under times of stress

This is a close relative of Aloe dichotoma and takes similar care

High light and keeping the plants on the dry side is needed to maintain the color at this level

Plants can be grown with roots raised (giving a bonsai or caudiciform look) or below soil level (giving a pin cushion look)

Aloe x 'Skylight' Mesemb It is notable in turningAloe 'Skylight' Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae. A pretty hybrid Aloe with numerous raised bumps. The leaves are pink under ideal conditions (especially in winter), more greenish pink in lower light. Color is generally best in higher light and or water stressing them some. Colors come out better in cooler weather as well. If your plant turns green don't worry, improving conditions will make it color up again. Most hybrids of this type clump readily. Plant