Propagate guide

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Watering mastery

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Fertilizer mystery reveal

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Tips & tricks for cutting

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Plant pot secrets

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Common pests

Frequent diseases

Botanist’s tips

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Unlike other houseplants, the aloe keeps water in its leaves, not the soil until it needs it. Because of the anatomy of the aloe plant, it can easily be overwatered. overwatering, in fact, is the most common cause of aloe death.

Water

Minimum 12-14 hours of indirect sunlight.

Sunlight

Use a well-draining indoor potting mix with perlite to help with drainage.

Soil

Use slow-release fertilizer. Avoid using too much fertilizer.

Fertilizer

Never remove more than a third of the foliage in any one year and to cut just above a node on the stem.

Pruning

The plant prefers warm temperatures of 70 to 80°F (21 to 27°C) but will survive down to 40°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Whether your potted plants are indoors or outdoors, proper drainage is an essential element to ensure they stay healthy.