Last updated on August 25th, 2023 at 12:36 pm
Gasteraloe green ice is a succulent plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors and in the ground. Gasteraloe plants have small yellow flowers which are pollinated by insects or hummingbirds. In warmer climates, gasteraloes grow year-round but they will die back to their roots during colder seasons if not given some protection.
Quick Tips
- Gasteraloe green ice can be grown indoors in a pot with a cactus mix, or outdoors in the ground where they can survive cold weather for short periods of time.
- To grow gasteraloes outside, you will need to provide at least three inches of mulch on top as well as plastic covers which will help keep the plants warm.
- Gasteraloes are sensitive to high levels of light and need some protection from intense sunlight, so it is best to grow gasteraloe green ice in a shady location or inside.
- These succulent plants can grow up to 12 inches maximum height, but with proper care, they will grow up to three feet.
What is a gasteraloe green ice succulent?
Gasteraloe green ice succulent is one of the most popular succulent varieties that are in many stores. They’re native to regions with dry climates, such as California and South Africa. Like some other plants from this region, they can tolerate cold weather if grown properly but don’t do well in conditions where it gets too cold.
The gasteraloe green ice has a ring of leaves around the base and is characterized by its flat leaves that grow off from one point on the stem.
The generic name for this plant is Gasteria, but there are many other varieties out there with different names like Gasteraloe green ice, Gasteria glomerata, and Gasteraloe gold. The gasteraloe plants come in a variety of colors but are mostly shades of green with some red mixed in (not to be mistaken for the plant Aloes).
The gasteraloe succulent is often grown as an office decoration because it’s tough enough to withstand the dry air of an office without watering it. Some people take this as a sign that they don’t need to water their plants at home and then end up killing them later on!
The gasteraloe green ice is related to other succulents like the aloes, which are from Africa and have thick, fleshy leaves. The gasteraloe green ice is from the Americas and has flat (lenticular) leaves that grow off of one point on its stem.
Gasteraloe green ice propagation
Gasteraloe green ice can be propagated by taking a cutting from the existing plant, and either planting it in cactus mix or dirt to grow roots. Or you can take your gasteraloe cuttings and root them inside of water, where they will form new plants that are more resistant to heat fluctuations.
Gasteraloe green ice can also be grown from seed. Keep in mind that it takes about six months for a gasteraloes plant to grow from seed and most are ready to transplant after their first year of growth.
Plant your seeds outside directly into the ground, or inside in pots with a cactus mix as you would with any other succulent plants. Keep in mind, that gasteraloes green ice can be grown from both cuttings and seeds, so you have options for how to propagate this plant!
Gasteraloe green ice care
Gasteraloes are easy to maintain as they don’t have any pests or diseases. You can simply water them when the soil feels dry and give them a monthly dose of fertilizer during their growing season. Other gasteraloe plants can be affected by rot, which is a fungal disease that is caused by too much water and humidity around the plant roots. The best way to stop this from happening is through good drainage and air circulation.
Lighting requirements
It does not require a lot of light and will grow in lower amounts. The gasteraloe green ice succulent prefers indirect sunlight during the day but does best with about six hours per day of bright, sunny conditions.
Gasteria green ice is tolerant to low-light levels so it can survive long periods where there isn’t much light.
Soil requirements
Gasteraloe green ice requires a soil mixture of loam, peat moss, and sand with a pH level around neutral.
The water needs to be kept at room temperature during warmer months (above 60°F) but can drop below 50°F in winter. The gasteraloe likes humidity levels that are between 40-50%.
Watering requirements
Gasteraloe green ice needs to be watered thoroughly when dry but once it has been established, a light watering every two weeks will suffice. The soil should not remain moist for long periods of time as this can cause root rot to occur and may lead to fungal diseases.
The gasteria likes being watered about once per week.
Fertilizing
The gasteria green ice needs to be fertilized at least once every three months. The fertilizer should have a pH level of around neutral or slightly acidic and should be diluted before it is applied to the soil.
The gasteraloe does not require fertilization as often and only needs a diluted fertilizer application every three months or so.
It is important to keep an eye on both plants if one has been fertilized in order to make sure that they are getting enough nutrients from their environment.
Do not use any type of chemical in the soil that might contain sodium, as this can cause root rot to occur.
Temperature
Gasteraloe green ice is a succulent that prefers warmer temperatures, from 60°F to 85°F.
The gasteria can withstand colder temperatures but should be protected by moving it inside when the temperature drops below 40°F for long periods of time (more than a few weeks).
Humidity
Humidity is important for both plants. The gasteraloe prefers a humidity level of 40-50% while the gasteria can grow with levels that are less than 50%.
Repotting Gasteraloe Green Ice
Gasteraloe green ice is a type of succulent that needs to be repotted every year or two. It typically grows up to about four inches tall, and it does best in environments with as little humidity as possible (meaning you should let the soil dry out between watering). There are many ways to transplant a succulent, but I find that the easiest is to just cut off a bunch of roots from one pot and put them in another. Then cover with soil.
Pests and disease
This succulent doesn’t have many pests or diseases. Although, the plants can be affected by rot, which is a fungal disease that is caused by too much water and humidity around the plant roots. This fungus grows on wet soil in poorly drained areas. The best way to stop this from happening is through good drainage and air circulation.
