How to grow aloe vera to thrive
An article provides detailed information on how to grow aloe vera to thrive and introduces the method of cultivating aloe vera, please see the following detailed introduction.
When it comes to aloe vera, it is definitely the favorite of girls. Why? Because aloe vera beautifies and nourishes the skin, making it smooth and fair. Many families have experience in cultivating aloe vera, which does not require careful care. However, for a beginner, it is not that easy. Improper care can lead to yellowing, root rot, and decay. So, how exactly do you grow aloe vera? Below is an introduction to the method of cultivating aloe vera.
【Aloe Vera Cultivation Method】
<1. Selecting Seedlings>
Selecting seedlings is key to cultivating aloe vera. A healthy aloe vera seedling should have short and thick leaves, deep green in color, and with at least four self-roots.
<2. Potting Soil>
When planting aloe vera, choose a clay pot, not a ceramic or plastic pot. The soil should have good drainage, water retention, breathability, and fertility. Soils with poor drainage can impede root respiration, leading to root rot and death of aloe vera. The soil mixture for aloe vera generally follows a ratio of humus + garden soil + river sand of 2:2:1.
<3. Repotting>
Aloe vera is typically repotted every 2-3 years. When repotting, promptly clear the tangled roots and retain the soil around the roots. At the same time, water thoroughly after preparing the new soil to ensure sufficient moisture in the soil. Place it in a shady area to recover for a period, then move it to a shaded location.
<4. Temperature>
How to grow aloe vera to thrive
Potted aloe vera requires planting in a well-ventilated outdoor area with sufficient photosynthesis. During the hot summer months, it should be shaded to avoid direct sunlight. In winter, potted aloe vera should continue to be kept warm and insulated, with indoor temperatures maintained above 5°C, which is more conducive to the growth and development of potted aloe vera.
<5. Watering>
Aloe vera is known as a plant that can survive without water, and it is not greatly affected by a lack of watering. In winter, water once every two to three weeks, and occasionally spray water on the leaves, keeping the potting soil dry. In spring and autumn, water about once a week. When summer arrives, water every 2-3 days, paying attention to reduce exposure to intense sunlight to minimize water loss, following the principle of watering when the soil is not dry and watering thoroughly when it is done.
<6. Light>
Aloe vera loves light and is a long-day plant, growing healthy in a sunny environment. If it does not see sunlight for a long time, it will become increasingly thin and weak, and the leaves may develop black spots. Note that newly planted aloe vera can only be exposed to the morning sunlight.
<7. Fertilizing>