Aloe hydroponic method
This article provides a detailed explanation of the knowledge of hydroponic aloe, including the hydroponic method of aloe. If there are any mistakes, please feel free to correct them!
Many plants can be hydroponically cultivated, such as pothos,吊兰 (Tradescantia), aloe, hyacinth, etc. But besides potted aloe, can aloe also be hydroponically cultivated? Some netizens conducted an experiment, placing aloe in three different types of water for hydroponic cultivation: one bottle was raised with clear water, and the other two bottles were supplemented with a bit of compound fertilizer and tea water. This was done to observe which type of water is more effective for aloe hydroponic growth and better suited to aloe's growth. Let's look at the pictures below:
According to the experience shared by this netizen, when hydroponically cultivating aloe, the water level should not be too high, and the aloe roots should not touch the water surface. The roots should be a certain distance away from the water surface. After a period of hydroponic cultivation, the newly grown hydroponic roots will grow towards the water by themselves. Also, during the maintenance process, the plant should be kept in a shaded and well-ventilated area (i.e., not exposed to direct sunlight), and the water should be changed regularly. It is best to shade the bottle a bit, as darkness helps in root growth. If netizens prefer to use nutrient solutions, be sure not to add them at first. Wait until the water roots have grown out before adding the nutrient solution, otherwise, the roots can easily rot.
Among the three hydroponic solutions, clear water showed the best results. The compound fertilizer and tea water solutions tend to cause root rot when left for extended periods, so clear water is more likely to lead to successful hydroponic cultivation.
The above is a complete introduction to the hydroponic method of aloe, for everyone's learning and understanding!