Planting environment, aloe soil selection, aloe propagation method, aloe watering and fertilizing, aloe pest control, aloe pruning and shaping, aloe vera, as a common indoor plant, is not only beautiful and elegant, but also has extremely high medicinal value. With people's pursuit of a healthy life, the demand for aloe vera is increasing year by year. This article will introduce you in detail the cultivation methods of aloe vera and help you easily master aloe vera planting and maintenance skills. Planting environment of aloe vera 1. Light: Aloe vera likes a sunny environment, but avoids strong direct sunlight. When cultivating indoors, aloe vera should be placed in a sunny place, such as a window sill or balcony.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for aloe vera growth is 20-30℃, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 5℃.
3. Humidity: Aloe vera likes to dry and avoid humidity. When cultivating indoors, attention should be paid to ventilation to avoid yellowing and rotting of the leaves. Soil selection for aloe vera 1. Soil requirements: Aloe vera does not have strict soil requirements, but sandy soil with good drainage and strong air permeability is appropriate.
2. Soil preparation: Leus soil, garden soil, coarse sand, etc. can be mixed in a ratio of 3:2:1. 1. Breeding method of aloe vera 1. Plant propagation: Cut the aloe vera plants from the roots, retain 3-5 leaves per plant, dry the wound and plant them.
2. Sowing and reproduction: Aloe vera seeds have a low germination rate and are difficult to reproduce, so they are generally not recommended. Watering and fertilization of aloe vera 1. Watering: Aloe vera is drought-tolerant and should not be watered too much. Generally, water it 1-2 times a week to keep the soil slightly moist.
2. Fertilization: Compound fertilizer should be applied once a month during the vigorous growth period of aloe vera, and water should be done in time after fertilization. Prevention and control of aloe pests and diseases 1. Aloe vera has few pests and diseases, but prevention still needs to be paid attention to. When pests and diseases are discovered, the diseased leaves should be cut off in time and wiped with disinfectant.
2. Common pests and diseases include scale insects, red spiders, etc., which can be controlled with pesticides. Trim and styling of aloe vera 1. Trim: During the growth process of aloe vera, the withered leaves should be cut off in time to keep the plant beautiful.
2. Shaping: The growth direction and shape of aloe vera can be adjusted by picking, pruning, etc.
Aloe cultivation is relatively simple. You can easily grow healthy and beautiful aloe vera by mastering the above methods. I hope this article can help you in your road to aloe cultivation.