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July 19, 2020Q.Aloe pups
A couple days ago I repotted my mother aloe plant and moved its three pups to their own pots. I read that the pups needed to be dry for about a week so I have not watered them. The pups are turning yellow, which is freaking me out a little as I’ve never propagated aloe before! Is there a reason they are turning yellow, or is it all part of the process? Thank you so much!!
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 19, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Normally, the callus period only takes about two days, but I find that this can be skipped with no issue. They are pretty forgiving. After about two weeks, you can begin to water, letting them dry thoroughly between watering.
What I see is that they need to be brought into a dimmer area for the recovery period. After this, they will be ready for bright light.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/dividing-aloe-plants.htm
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- Asked by
debbiegoss128 on
July 22, 2020
Olathe KansasQ.Repotted My Alavera Plant Bc It Was Out Growing Its Pot And It Fell Apart. So I Tried To Put Stem In Dirt To Regrow But Died. I Pu
t some in the freezer but when I removed it it thawed to water. Can I use this liquid for wrinkels?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
July 22, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Aloe gel is, usually, frozen for storage. It is likely that it will still work as intended. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/harvest-aloe-vera-leaves.htm
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joj46 on
August 2, 2020
PittsburghQ.Thinning Aloe Leaves, Spotting
Why are some leaves plump and thick, but others like these are thinning? I think I’ve been under watering before. I wait until the soil is dry with the finger test, and now I water until water comes out of the bottom of the pot (I didn’t do that before. I’ve done 2 waterings since.). I’m hoping with the deeper waterings that the plant will return thickness to the leaves, but how long until I can see these results? And lastly, what are these small dots on some of the leaves? They seem to be only on the older and thinning leaves. No new leaves are thin or spotted.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 4, 2020
Certified ExpertA.I have answered this on the original. I might add that underwatering these will be very hard to do. Any signs of withering and browning will be consistent with disease returning in favorable conditions. Treat as recommended, and make sure that the soil is completely dry throughout before watering again for the best results.
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naomicav on
August 2, 2020
11216Q.Am I Over Or Under Watering My Aloe
I can’t tell since all the articles seem to say the signs of over and under watering are similar! See pics attached. Thanks!!
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 3, 2020
Certified ExpertA.This is overwatering.
Aloe will tolerate very dry conditions, so make sure that the soil is dry throughout the entire container, or just about to the very bottom, between watering.
Since it is a very small container, it should not take too long for it to get dry, but if there is any moisture when you stick your finger down in the soil, then don't water.
You may need a fungicide. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
Here is an article that will help you to care for aloe in container:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm
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rylie.pryke on
August 8, 2020
32073Q.How To Re-root Aloe
How do I make my aloe plants re-root. Do I leave them to dry out? My aloe was dying from root rot so I did some googling and learned it was best to cut the roots at the stem. Now I have aloe with no roots. Should I let it dry out then replant?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 9, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Aloe are different from other succulents, which are normally easy to root from cuttings. Aloes don't root reliably because of their high moisture content. However, you can try.
Since it had root rot, after the cut ends heal, I would dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone that also has a fungicide.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-plant-propagation.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/cuttings/root-stimulating-hormone.htm
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Anonymous on
August 22, 2020Q.My aloe got several “branches” broken off. Can I replant them as cuttings?
The branches are about 90-100cm high and as thick as my thumb. It's winter time here in Australia
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 24, 2020
Certified ExpertA.You can try, but because of the high moisture content of aloe vera, cuttings usually fail. I would try it in water. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-plant-propagation.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/succulent-water-propagation.htm
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gracejarrett on
September 14, 2020
30458Q.Why Are The Heavy Bulbs Of My Aloe Plant Drooping
How to fix the drooping? I want it to be sticking up right like the shorter ones. The long one on the left also droops, it’s just help up by the window in this picture
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 14, 2020
Certified ExpertA.The leaves will elongate in response to lack of light. Much of the growth pattern will, also, depend on the species of Aloe and cultivar.
Here is an article that will help you to care for Aloes:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm
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