How to Cultivate Aloe Seeds
Most gardeners begin Aloe vera plants by taking a "pup" or cutting from a mature plant. However, Aloe vera can be cultivated from seed. The process of reaching a mature plant just takes a bit longer when you start an Aloe vera from seed. Aloe vera is one of the most common houseplants and is grown outdoors in warmer climates. It is well known for its medicinal qualities and is commonly used to soothe irritated skin. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Plastic planting tray
- Peat
- Sand
- Water
- Aloe vera seed
- Compost
- 3-inch pots
- Potting soil
Instructions
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Fill the plastic planting tray with a mixture of moist peat and sand.
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Sow the Aloe vera seed on top of the peat and sand mixture.
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Cover the seed with a sprinkling of compost.
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Place the tray in a warm location where temperatures will remain between 70 and 78 degrees.
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Ensure the tray in which the Aloe vera seeds are sown can receive light. Light aids in the germination of these seeds.
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Make certain the surface of the soil remains moist, but take care not to water it too much.
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Watch for germination to begin in one to four months.
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When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them to 3-inch pots filled with potting soil.
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Tips & Warnings
The most common mistake gardeners make in growing Aloe vera is over watering. Once your seeds are seedlings, take care to let the soil dry out completely before you water again.
