Aloe BanseiiPhoenix's Tallest Tree Aloe Fast Growing, Dramatic & Drought Proof Aloe barberae (Tree Aloe, formerly Aloe bainesii) is the largest aloe species in the world and it grows surprisingly well in Phoenix's desert climate. This spectacular tree aloe develops a thick, smooth trunk that branches into multiple heads, each crowned with rosettes of gracefully arching green leaves. Over time, it becomes a stunning multi stemmed specimen tree that can reach 2030

Unlike some agaves

ready when the skin colors deeply and rings metallic when tapped

and Valley frost with ease

This is a big

filtering canopy provides gentle dappled shade without blocking views or overwhelming a space

It's the most family-friendly agave you can buy

or rooftop gardens

Run Length Plants Needed (4 to 5 ft spacing) 10 ft 2 to 3 plants 20 ft 4 to 5 plants 40 ft 8 to 10 plants 60 ft 12 to 14 plants For a fuller pool-side or entry cluster

Water basin — build a 3–4 inch soil ring around the root zone to direct water to roots

In gravel-mulched xeriscape designs

Does Chaste Tree bloom in extreme Phoenix summer heat

King Ferdinand Agave (Agave nickelsiae