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title: Aloe vera - a houseplant with healing powers

Which location is suitable for aloe vera?

It is advisable to think about whether you have enough space for the fast-growing plant before buying an aloe. This should also be as bright as possible. Full sun is no problem for the fully grown aloe. A greenhouse, a south-facing window or a sunny winter garden are suitable Locations.

Does aloe vera need a special substrate?

The commercially available houseplant soil, mixed with a little sand and, if necessary, Peat is as Substrate well suited. The soil should be well permeable to water, as the aloe does not tolerate waterlogging.

What should be considered when planting aloe vera?

If you buy your aloe vera in summer, you should first get used to the sun and bright light. First, put them on an east window for a couple of days. In addition, there is a sufficiently large vessel with good drainage for healthy growth important.

Can you propagate aloe vera yourself?

The aloe vera can easily be found through the natural side shoots themselves multiply. the Offshoot are formed on the trunk by adult plants. You can also get cuttings from a leaf. To do this, proceed as follows:

• one cuts off one of the outer leaves,
• the cut sheet is divided into pieces,
• the cuttings are placed in the Potting soil on one sun-protected Location,
• the growing container is kept evenly moist, light and warm.

When should you use aloe vera repot?

The aloes grow quickly and need a larger pot every 2-3 years. They are robust and can be replanted at any time. The best time, however, is May to June.

When does aloe vera bloom?

Under favorable conditions, the aloe vera gets a large flower stem with long, tubular flowers in yellow, orange or red in spring. Buds, fully developed flowers and dead flowers can then be observed at the same time on an inflorescence. The flowers appear in spring every year. A cool location in the winter favors flower formation.