How to Care for Potted Aloe Vera
Below is an introduction for netizens on how to care for potted aloe vera and the experience of cultivating aloe vera and maintaining green plants in terms of watering. These are excellent tips worth collecting!
Aloe vera, as everyone knows, not only has good ornamental value but also has certain medicinal properties, so many people have it in their homes. Cultivating aloe vera is not difficult as long as the temperature is suitable, watering and fertilizing are reasonable, and there is sufficient light. We will introduce the cultivation methods of potted aloe vera from five aspects: temperature, water, fertilizing, soil changing, and lighting.
1. Temperature
When cultivating potted aloe vera, the ambient temperature should be controlled between 15-35 degrees Celsius. Generally speaking, the temperature requirements can be met in spring, summer, and autumn; in winter, when the temperature is low, measures should be taken to keep the temperature not lower than 5 degrees to avoid frost damage.
2. Watering
Aloe vera requires little water, usually just keeping the soil moist is enough. Water every 2 days in spring and autumn; 1-2 days in summer; and reduce the watering frequency in winter when the temperature is low, watering once every 10-15 days is fine.
3. Fertilizing
The requirements for fertilizing potted aloe vera are not high, and household cake fertilizer can be used. It is recommended to fertilize once every two months during the growing period by diluting the cake fertilizer before use. After the early winter season, fertilizing should be stopped to avoid the problem of excessive fertilizer accumulation in the roots.
4. Soil Changing
Generally speaking, it is necessary to change the potting soil for aloe vera every 1-2 years. It is recommended to take out the aloe vera in spring and autumn, trim the rotting roots in time, and then mix the decayed leaf soil, garden soil, and sandy soil in a ratio of 4:4:2. After changing the soil, place it in a shady and well-ventilated area for cultivation.
5. Lighting
Aloe vera requires a lot of lighting conditions. It can maintain sufficient light exposure in spring and autumn; in winter, it should be placed in a place with direct sunlight; in summer, with high temperatures, it should be exposed to scattered light to avoid strong sunlight that can burn it.
The above sharing on how to care for potted aloe vera and the specific introduction of aloe vera cultivation and watering methods, hope you will like them!