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Use a sharp and clean knife to cut off the leaves from under the tree. Try to cut diagonally downwards and toward the trunk. The knife needs to be very clean, otherwise the leaves are at risk of infection.

Place the leaves in a warm place for enough time to form a thin film to cover the cut. This can take a few days to two weeks. The outer film will help prevent the cut from soil contamination. Aloe vera leaves cannot survive long if infected.

Look for a pot with a drainage hole on the bottom. Like most plants, aloe prefers water but does not like waterlogging. If your pot has no drainage holes, the soil will get waterlogged. This can lead to root rot and plant death - even hardened aloe plants.

Pour cactus soil into a pot and water a little more moistened soil. If you don't have cactus soil, you can mix it yourself by mixing one part sand and one part planting soil.

• Consider placing the gravel on the perineum first. This will help with better drainage.
• Soil pH should be maintained between 6.0 and 8.0. If the pH is too low, you can add lime for your garden soil. This lime can be found in gardening stores.

Plug the leaf cuttings into the ground. Make sure one third of the leaves are in the soil.

• Consider dipping the cut root into the root stimulant first. If not available, you can use cinnamon powder and honey as well. Both of these can kill bacteria.

Place the plant in a warm, sunny place and water it carefully. For the first 4 weeks or so, you will have to keep the soil moist. Once the leaves have taken root, wait until the soil is completely dry before continuing to water. To learn more about caring for the aloe plant, click here.

• Don't worry if the leaf shrinks or dries up once it starts to take root.

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Method 2 of 3: Planting from seedlings

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   Find seedlings. The seedling is part of the main tree. Seedlings are usually smaller and lighter in color. They also have their own roots. You can find seedlings at the base of the tree. Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing to cut seedlings:
   • The seedling should be about 1/5 of the size of the main tree.
   • Choose a seedling that has at least four leaves and is nearly ten centimeters tall.

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   Remove the entire plant from the pot if possible. This will make it easier to find where the seedlings are connected to the parent tree. You can brush off the clinging soil around the roots to get a better view of the seedlings. The seedling can cling to the mother plant but has its own roots.

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   Separate or cut the seedling from the mother plant, trying to keep the roots. The seedlings can be separated easily. If not, you will have to use a clean and sharp knife to cut it. Let the cut scab for a few days before removing it. This helps prevent infection.
   • Seedlings need some root attachment.
   • When you separate the seedling from the mother plant, you can re-plant the seedling in the pot.

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   Look for a pot with a drainage hole on the bottom. This is very important. Like most plants, aloe prefers water, but does not tolerate waterlogging. If the pot does not have drainage holes, the soil can get flooded, leading to root rot and plant death.

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   Pour cactus soil into a pot. If you don't have a cactus soil, you can mix one part sand with one part your soil.
   • Consider spreading gravel on the perineum. This will allow better drainage of soil.
   • The pH should be kept between 6.0 and 8.0. If the pH is too low, you can add lime for your garden soil, which can be found at gardening stores.

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   Dig a small hole in the soil and insert the seedling. This hole should be deep enough to fit the root system and the height of the plant (from where the roots started growing). Many gardening experts recommend immersing the plant's roots in pre-growth-stimulating hormone to help the roots grow faster.

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   Clap the soil around the base of the plant and water it. Water the soil so that it is just enough moist but not soaking wet. Aloe vera is a desert plant, so it doesn't need too much water.

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   Place the plant in a sunny place and wait a week before watering again. You can then continue watering the aloe plant as you normally would. To learn how to care for the aloe plant, click here. advertisement

Method 3 of 3: Take care of plants

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   Make sure the aloe plant receives enough sunlight. It is best to get 8-10 hours of sunlight a day. You can do this by placing the plant in either a south or west window. If necessary, move plants from one window to the other during the day.
   • If you live in a cold climate, move the tree away from the window at night. Such areas are often very cold, which can kill the plant.

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   Wait until the soil is completely dry before watering it again. Should water soaked, ensure water drains from the bottom of the pot. Do not over water.
   • Aloe plants often hibernate during the winter months. Plants do not need much water at this time.
   • In the summer months plants need more water, especially when it is hot and dry.

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   Fertilize once a year in the spring. Fertilizers should be water-based and have a high phosphorus content. You should only mix the fertilizer with half the dosage.

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   Watch for pests, fungi, and diseases in plants. Use natural organic insecticides to fight pests and diseases, such as aphids and aphids. You can easily prevent fungus just by keeping the soil dry.

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   Observe the leaves. Leaves are an excellent indicator of a plant's health and needs.
   • The leaves of the aloe plant should be plump and straight. If the leaves are thinner and curled, you need to water more.
   • The aloe leaves should grow straight up. If the leaves are drooping, the plant needs more sunlight.

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   Know how to handle when plants grow too slowly. Sometimes, aloe plants don't do well. Luckily, it is easier to guess the problem, and easier than it is to fix the common problems.
   • The soil is too moist. You need less watering.
   • Plants need more sunlight. Move the tree to the place with the most sunlight.
   • Too much fertilizer in the soil. Move the plant to another pot and add more soil.
   • The alkalinity in the soil is too high. Add more sulfur.
   • There is not enough space for the roots to grow. Move the plant to a larger pot.
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Advice

• Do not use leaves until the plant is well established. If you have an aloe plant for your health, it may take up to two months before you can use it.
• Aloe plants usually grow towards the sun. This can result in the plant growing sideways. Consider rotating the pot every few days to keep the plant upright.
• Indoor aloe does not grow very large unless in direct sunlight and is watered regularly. With good care, the average indoor aloe can grow as tall as 60 cm.
• Only grow aloe outdoors if you live in a 9 or 10 climate. If you don't live in these climates, keep it indoors.

Warning

• Make sure the seedling knife is clean and sterile.
• Don't over-water the aloe plant. Wait until the soil is completely dry before watering again.
• Cut away the wilted leaves with a clean knife. This will help prevent plant rot and mold.
• Be careful when cutting leaves or seedlings from the mother plant. Some plants have very sharp spines.

What you need

• The pot has drainage holes
• Cactus land
• Sharp and clean knife
• Aloe
• Root-stimulating hormone (optional)
• Country