18 Most Decorative Aloe Varieties to Grow in Containers

Aloe is a genus of around 500 different varieties. Some container-friendly Aloes can be grown indoors, at home and are known for their beauty as well as low maintenance qualities.

Scroll down to explore the types of aloes that work best in containers!

1. Sunset Aloe

Botanically called Aloe Dorotheae, this evergreen succulent can grow in both full sun and partial sun. In the winter it develops a greenish yellow flower, perfect for your small to medium-sized pot! Sunset aloes are beautiful plants that will provide an interesting addition to any garden as they come up 12 inches high with 18 – 24 inch wide leaves.

2. Spiral Aloe

The spiral aloe, scientifically known as Aloe Polyphylla, is a well-known plant that can grow up 12 inches tall and 24 inches wide. The leaves of this blue-green variety are shaped like rosettes with an unusual spiraling pattern which grows more distinct when the plant ages; either clockwise or anticlockwise direction depending on circumstance.

3. Guido Aloe

This small succulent plant does not exceed 6 to 8 inches in height and width. It makes for an excellent houseplant as its size allows it to be contained without much effort or worry about taking over the room. The leaves are a beautiful green with patches of white, giving this aloe variety alluring coloring that is sure to please any onlooker’s eyes!

4. Carmine Aloe

Carmine is an aloe variety that many people grow as houseplants because it’s small and decorative. Carmine can reach up to 10 inches tall, but you don’t need a big pot for this plant-it works well in little pots too! If you’re looking for something bright with dark orange leaves, then try growing the Carmine Aloe Plant indoors or out.

5. Crosby’s Prolific

This small aloe variety is one of the most popular in gardens because it only reaches 6″ high and 12″ wide. The rosette pattern on its leaves, coupled with deep green color makes for a beautifully decorative plant that can grow to be orange if exposed directly to sunlight.

6. Lace Aloe

The Lace Aloe is a beautiful succulent plant that will grow up to 6-10 inches tall and wide. The white dots on its green leaves make it extremely attractive, but what makes this plant popular in homes across the world is not only because of how gorgeous it looks, but also due to its toughness. Unlike any other aloe variety out there, the lace aloe needs no care whatsoever – just some occasional sunlight exposure!

7. Short Leaf Aloe

Aloe Brevifolia is a plant variety that comes in small or medium sizes. Short Leaf Aloes have leaves which can be green and pink depending on the sun exposure it gets, making them very decorative plants to grow alone or with other succulent species for an eye-catching garden design.

8. Red Aloe

Aloe Cameronii is a succulent plant that can grow to be 24″ in height and 36″ wide. It has beautiful red leaves when it’s given enough sunlight, but the one thing you should know before buying this aloe variety is that plants will need plenty of space!

9. Candelabra Aloe (Krantz Aloe)

This is one of the largest aloe varieties. Aloe Arborescens can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide, making it perfect for a backyard space! This flowering plant has alluring flowers in shades of red or orange that are sure to make your outdoor area more beautiful than ever before.

10. Cape Aloe

The Cape Aloe or Ferox is one of the most ornamental aloes. It grows up to 10 feet in height and 6 foot wide, making it an excellent addition to outdoor gardens with large spaces.

11. Coral Aloe

There is an interesting plant you should know about called Aloe Striata. This succulent, medium-sized houseplant has a unique leaf texture and toothless leaves that comes without spikes on its edges. It can be grown in either full sun or shady locations but it must have the right amount of sunlight to thrive well indoors, making this one resistant yet easy flowering option for your home!

12. Tiger Tooth Aloe

Tiger tooth aloe is a popular type of succulent plant that does not exceed 12 inches in height and weight. It has an absolutely attractive appearance, which makes it the perfect choice for those looking to add beauty to their house plants. For growing this variety you will need:

• Warm climate
• Small or a large container
• Access to sunlight

13. Spider Aloe

This succulent plant is perfect for indoor and outdoor decoration. It has a beautiful view that includes clusters of stemless rosettes and tiny small leaves, as well as colors like reds, oranges, or yellows which typically blossom in the springtime!

14. Tiger Aloe

This aloe plant is beautiful, alluring and extremely decorative. It’s widely used as a houseplant and it has the potential to grow up to 12 inches in height or width depending on how you care for it! This small succulent variety grows well indoors with its light colored leaves, which are perfect for any type of decorating scheme.

15. Aloe Capitata

This is a beautiful aloe plant that will add the perfect pop of color to your home. Aloe Capitata is an easy-to-care for succulent with medium size, which means it doesn’t take up too much space and can be placed anywhere indoors or outside in sunny areas (although they prefer well drained soil). The leaves are long and skinny akin to ferns’ but have different shapes like hearts! They come in many colors – greens, reds, oranges; some varieties even turn purple when blooming.

16. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a beautiful, medicinal plant that has many names and uses. Botanically it goes by Aloe Barbadensis but also known as aloes or first aid plants. The plant’s fibers are used to make things like rope, paper pulp for making toilet paper and napkins, carpets in India and China- not to mention the beauty of its flowers which come into bloom during late summer!

17. Somalian Aloe

In a world where most plants are living creatures, the Aloe Somaliensis is an exceptionally slow growing succulent plant that has spikes of white and green. It’s unique shape will be both decorative to your indoor space as well as certain outdoor spaces such as gardens or balconies!

18. Aloe Caesia

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance plant that’s attractive enough to decorate with, this succulent is the perfect choice. The plants are hybrids of Aloe Arborescens and Aloe Ferox, so they have all the best features from each parent!

From being ornamental to low maintenance, these Aloe varieties are an easier way for you to decorate your outdoor space. They will also make a great addition in the indoors as well!