How Do I Transplant an Aloe Vera Pup?

The aloe vera plant reproduces itself by creating offsets, or pups, from the root. As the plant grows, these pups may take over the entire pot and need to be removed and transplanted into their own containers. Once repotted, the young aloe vera pups make interesting gifts for family and friends. The gel in the leaves of the aloe vera plant is traditionally used for burns and dry skin.

Sharp knife
Newspaper
6-inch pots
Pea gravel
Cactus or succulent potting soil
Garden spade or large spoon

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the aloe vera plant from its existing pot. Shake gently to remove soil from the roots of the plant. Remove the soil from the original pot.
- 2
  Cut the pups, or offsets, away from the main root using a sharp knife.
- 3
  Set the pups and the main plant on newspaper to heal over. Place the cut sides up to expose the roots to air.
- 4
  Allow the pups and the main plant to heal for two days.
- 5
  Place 1 inch of pea gravel in the bottom of the original and new containers. Fill the remainder of the pot with cactus potting soil.
- 6
  Use a garden spade or spoon to dig a hole in the soil slightly larger than the roots on the pups and original plant.
- 7
  Center the pups in the holes and cover with potting soil, pressing down with your fingers to firm the soil. Place the plants in a sunny location.

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