How to Propagate Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a popular plant because it is easy to grow and has many uses. The sap of the aloe vera plant can be used to relieve itching, treat burns and to moisturize dry skin. New aloe vera plants can be grown from seed, but usually only in very warm climates. If you have a mature aloe plant, it is easy to propagate. The new plants can then be shared with friends and neighbors. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- An existing aloe vera plant
- Loose, sandy, well-drained soil
- Small pot
- Water
Instructions
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Watch for your existing aloe plant to grow "pups." Pups are offshoots that grow out from the side of the plant. Carefully pull the pups off the plant when they are a few inches long. Try to keep the roots as intact as possible.
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Put the offshoots aside for a day or two and let the ends harden and form a callus.
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Fill a small pot with sandy, well-drained soil.
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Plant the callused pup into the new pot, patting the soil snugly around it. Place the pot in a warm, sunny spot.
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Water the plant well. Once it is established, water it about every two weeks.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not overwater your aloe vera. Do not let your aloe vera freeze.
