Aloe Vera Planting Instructions

There are more than 250 species of aloe vera plant, and most of them provide various medicinal healing properties. Aloe is commonly used on the skin to treat burns, rashes or cuts, as well as a common beauty product ingredient. Aloe plants require specific care when growing, particularly because they are made of nearly 95 percent water. They can easily frost, so if the weather is cool it is important to keep them indoors to make sure they grow without freezing.

Aloe vera plant
Clay pot
Dirt and rock mixture
Potting soil
Water

Instructions

- 1
  Fill a clay pot halfway with rocks and dirt on the bottom and potting soil on top. The soil should come about halfway up the pot. Aloe grows best in loose, sandy, well-drained soil with low amounts of nutrients.
- 2
  Place the cut of aloe into the center of the pot, about 1 to 2 inches into the soil. If you're using a plant with a root, place the root completely under the soil along with 1 inch of plant.
- 3
  Press the soil firmly against the plant, packing it tight and adding more soil if necessary.
- 4
  Water the aloe plant lightly each day. The hotter it is outside, the more water the plant will need. In warmer climates, water the plant more often and keep it in the shade rather than the sun. If you live in a cooler climate, water less often and keep in the sun as much as possible.
- 5
  Keep an eye on the forecast to determine whether it is OK for your plant to go outside. Aloe plants are generally able to be outside during the spring, summer and fall, but as soon as the temperature begins to drop, the plant is susceptible to freezing.

Wild Thyme Leaf Identification

How to Grow Hispanic Herbs

Herb Basics