Malvaviscus drummondii --Big Momma Turk's Cap-- Ornamental Aloe pointed leaves with white slashes

pointed leaves with white slashes of variegation

yellow flowers bloom on tall stalks mid-spring to summer

drought tolerant (water only when soil has dried

Produces large clusters of burgundy to dark purple-gray star-shaped flowers

Malvaviscus drummondii --Big Momma Turk's Cap-- Ornamental Aloe pointed leaves with white slashesGorgeous turkscap with extra large, dramatic red blooms, maturing to edible fruit that looks and tastes like tiny apples! Even pops apart into little wedge "slices". Drought tolerant, prefers part to full shade, though will tolerate sunnier spots. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and moths. Cutting back after fall dormancy results in denser growth and more blossoms in spring.