27.10.2024
How to Propagate Aloe Vera: Propagation and Planting Your Succulent
Aloe vera is a popular succulent known for its medicinal properties and ease of care. If you have a healthy aloe vera plant and want to propagate it, you can easily multiply it into several new plants. Here is a detailed guide on how to propagate aloe vera, including a bonus tip to ensure the
Step-by-Step Guide to Propagating Aloe Vera.
- Identify the Suckers (Offshoots)
Aloe vera plants produce suckers, also known as offshoots or shoots, which are small baby plants that grow around the base of the mother plant. These offshoots are the best candidates for propagation.
- Remove the Offshoots
Carefully remove the aloe vera plant from its pot to access the offshoots. Gently brush away the soil to expose the base of the offshoots. Use a sharp knife or garden shears to separate the shoots from the mother plant. Make sure each shoot has some roots attached. - Allow the shoots to callus