Does a newly planted aloe vera need to be watered?
This article introduces whether a newly planted aloe vera needs watering and shares some small experiences on the correct watering method for aloe vera cultivation. Let's find out together next.
Aloe vera is a perennial evergreen herb of the Aloe genus in the Liliaceae family, also known as Curacao aloe. Mentioning aloe vera, I believe everyone is familiar with it. We often see its green and succulent appearance around us. Especially in recent years, with the widespread use of aloe vera in the fields of beauty, food, health care, and medicine, the number of people planting aloe vera is increasing. Most people are troubled by the watering problem of the drought-resistant aloe vera when they first plant it. Let's find out together below.
1. Watering Time After Planting
Usually, water the newly planted aloe vera once every 5 days, and if the soil is too dry, it can be shortened to once every 3 days. Because the roots of the newly planted aloe vera are in a recovery state, they are more fragile than usual, and their ability to absorb water is weak at this time. Moreover, aloe vera has strong drought resistance, so there is no need to water immediately after planting.
2. Precautions for Watering
1. The soil for planting aloe vera should be kept slightly moist. You can sprinkle water on the soil until it is half-dry the day before planting. In this way, the soil will be in a state that will not fall apart when pinched with your hand during planting, which is just right for planting aloe vera.
2. The water used to water aloe vera should ensure good water quality. You can use water from wells, rivers, dew, and mineral water for watering. If tap water is used, it should be filtered to ensure clean water to prevent bacteria from harming the aloe vera roots and causing root rot.
3. When it's time to water the aloe vera, follow the principle of "no watering when dry, water thoroughly when watering." Stop watering when the water seeps out from the potting soil and do not let water accumulate, as aloe vera is afraid of waterlogging, to prevent the roots from being soaked in accumulated water for a long time and causing root rot.
3. Subsequent Watering Schedule
1. Spring: At this time, the temperature rises quickly, and aloe vera begins to enter the growing period, requiring sufficient water. It should be watered once every 5 to 7 days to keep the soil moist.
2. Summer: The climate is hot and dry, and the water evaporates quickly. It should be watered once every 2 to 3 days.
3. Autumn: The temperature in autumn is similar to that in spring, and it is also the growing season for aloe vera. It should be watered once every 5 to 7 days.
4. Winter: The temperature in winter is low, and most plants enter the dormant period. There is no need to water frequently at this time, once every 15 to 20 days is enough.
The comprehensive explanation of whether a newly planted aloe vera needs watering and the correct watering method for aloe vera provided above aims to solve your problems with green plants.