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Aloe vera: strong light and dry soil

Aloe vera. Aloe needs more light and much less frequent water than a typical foliage plant.

Aloe vera

Light

Very bright light; acclimate it gradually to stronger sun.

Watering

Water thoroughly only after the mix has dried completely.

Soil

A mineral succulent mix with excellent drainage.

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Care over time

Through the seasons

Growth is stronger in bright months; winter gaps between waterings can be long.

Growth and maintenance

Offsets can be separated after they develop their own roots.

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A simple care routine for Aloe vera

  1. 1

    Check the available light and moisture below the surface.

  2. 2

    Choose the brightest suitable position and confirm full drying before watering.

  3. 3

    Track new growth and change only one condition at a time.

Observation

Changes worth checking

  • Soft watery leaves
  • Pale stretched growth
  • Brown marks after sudden sun exposure
Important

Watering frequency changes with light, temperature, pot size and soil. Treat any interval as a reminder to check, not an automatic watering day.

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Sources and further reading: University of Illinois Extension: houseplant care

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