{"product_id":"aloe-christmas-sleigh","title":"Aloe 'Christmas Sleigh'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This hybrid succulent, developed by Kelly Griffin, is known for its festive colors. Here are some key characteristics and care requirements for the 'Christmas Sleigh' aloe: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe leaves are dark green to blue-green with prominent, rubbery red or hot pink teeth (spikes) along the margins and red bumps down the middle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a compact plant, typically growing to a mature size of about 4 to 6 inches tall and 5 to 8 inches wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt produces tubular, coral, or reddish-pink flowers on tall stems, typically blooming in the spring season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt grows in a compact, star-like rosette pattern and is a fast-growing hybrid compared to many other aloes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate full sun when properly acclimated, which helps maintain its vibrant red and blue coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLike most succulents, it is drought-tolerant. Use the \"soak and dry\" method, watering deeply but allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA well-draining cactus and succulent potting mix is essential, often amended with perlite or pumice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-5v c2-48 c2-3 c2-c2 c2-s c2-p c2-c3\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is hardy in USDA zones 9b to 11b and is sensitive to frost, so it should be protected from freezing temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is another aloe called \u003cstrong\u003eALOE OIK \u003c\/strong\u003ewhich this could be as well. I am not quite sure because they look so close in some instances. If you have any information I am all ears. send comments to email@sanpedrodepot.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orange County Cactus","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":44197149179990,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5877\/5382\/files\/2026-01-2715.36.06.jpg?v=1780081393","url":"https:\/\/occactus.com\/products\/aloe-christmas-sleigh","provider":"Orange County Cactus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}