{"product_id":"aloe-rooikappie","title":"Aloe 'Rooikappie': Dwarf Clumping Aloe with Bright Red Flowers","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.shopify-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n.shopify-table th,\n.shopify-table td {\n  border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n  padding: 8px;\n  text-align: left;\n}\n.shopify-table th {\n  background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAloe ‘Rooikappie’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRed‑Flowering Dwarf Aloe with Evergreen Rosette\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAloe ‘Rooikappie’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, evergreen aloe valued for its tidy rosette of deep green leaves and its brilliant red to orange flower spikes. Blooming reliably in winter and early spring, this variety provides strong seasonal color when many gardens are quiet. Its refined size and clean form make it a versatile choice for both landscapes and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater‑wise landscapes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAloe ‘Rooikappie’\u003c\/strong\u003e combines drought tolerance with vibrant floral display. Its manageable scale makes it perfect for mass planting, borders, rock gardens, and pots where bold color and low maintenance are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Characteristics of Aloe ‘Rooikappie’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRooikappie Aloe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen succulent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep green leaves forming a dense rosette\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright red to orange tubular flowers on upright spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter to early spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent winter color, compact size, drought tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Size and Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 ft (flower spikes to 3 ft)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAloe ‘Rooikappie’ forms a low, spreading clump over time while maintaining a neat and organized appearance. Its compact habit makes it well suited for repeating patterns in the landscape or use as a colorful container specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 9–11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives in warm, dry to Mediterranean climates. Tolerates light frost once established, especially in well‑drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivation and Care for Aloe ‘Rooikappie’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"shopify-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAspect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light shade (best flowering in full sun)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell‑drained soil; sandy or rocky soil preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow; water more regularly during flowering, less afterward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot required; light feeding optional during active growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove spent flower stalks to maintain appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use and Benefits of Aloe ‘Rooikappie’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Outstanding winter‑blooming succulent with vivid color\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for borders, mass plantings, and containers\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent for desert, coastal, and \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/water-wise-plants\"\u003ewater‑wise gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Attracts pollinators when in bloom\u003cbr\u003e• A vibrant addition to curated \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/succulents\"\u003esucculent collections\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWildlife Attraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tubular flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators, adding movement and seasonal interest to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePest and Disease Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAloe ‘Rooikappie’ is resistant to most issues when grown properly. Potential considerations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Root rot in poorly drained soil\u003cbr\u003e• Reduced flowering in heavy shade\u003cbr\u003e• Occasional cosmetic leaf damage from frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent drainage and conservative watering ensure long‑term vigor and reliable blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bonte Farm","offers":[{"title":"1-gallon (6x6x12\" - 18\")","offer_id":44357141070059,"sku":"BAR1","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-gallon (10x10x20\" - 24\")","offer_id":45382433636587,"sku":"GAR3","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/2483\/8123\/files\/DSC04725_Aloe_Rooikappie.jpg?v=1748645450","url":"https:\/\/bontefarm.com\/fr\/products\/aloe-rooikappie","provider":"Bonte Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}