{"product_id":"aloe-black-gem","title":"Aloe 'Black Gem'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAloe 'Black Gem'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dramatic and deeply captivating miniature clustering aloe — a tight, symmetrical rosette of dark, brooding leaves that shift from deep olive-green to rich chocolate-brown and near-black depending on light and stress conditions. She clusters freely over time, forming a stunning colony of dark rosettes that is as architectural as it is beautiful. Her bold, dark colouring makes her one of the most striking and sought-after aloes in any collector's garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe is a tough and rewarding grower, perfectly suited to pots, rockeries, and curated succulent displays where her dark presence creates a stunning contrast against lighter plants. As a miniature clustering variety, she stays compact and manageable while multiplying generously — making her an excellent choice for collectors who want maximum impact in a small space. Aloe 'Black Gem' is a true statement plant — moody, architectural, and utterly unforgettable in any space she inhabits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAloe\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Gem' (hybrid cultivar)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack Gem Aloe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep olive-green to chocolate-brown and near-black — colour intensifies with sun exposure and stress\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMiniature clustering rosettes — firm, tapering leaves with toothed margins; forms dense colonies over time\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10–15cm per rosette — clusters to 20–30cm wide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun to bright indirect light — more sun intensifies the dark colouring\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep, infrequent watering — allow soil to dry completely between waterings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell-draining succulent or cactus mix\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrost sensitive — protect below 4°C\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupplied in a 12cm pot\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eColour changes with light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves darken beautifully in full sun — more light means richer, darker colouring\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eMiniature clustering habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stays compact and multiplies freely — perfect for small pots and collector displays\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eRare cultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aloe 'Black Gem' is not commonly available — a prized addition to any serious succulent collection\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eStatement plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stunning as a focal point in pots, rockeries, or mixed succulent displays — pairs beautifully with silver and pale green plants\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eEasy propagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offsets can be separated and potted up individually\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivered across South Africa — please ensure someone is available to receive your plant\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for succulent collectors, container gardens, and decorative plant displays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical at Nine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43658520264782,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/3631\/5726\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5089ddb0-efdf-46a9-9e48-b7ed068bb81e.jpg?v=1787058368","url":"https:\/\/botanicalatnine.com\/products\/aloe-black-gem","provider":"Botanical at Nine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}