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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    December 18, 2016
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    It may or may not, depending on how severe the root rot is. But it's worth a try. Repotting into dry soil and letting the roots dry out is a good option. When you remove the plant from its pot, cut off any roots that have gone mushy. Also see this article on saving plants from root rot:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/treating-root-rot-gardening-tips-for-housplants.htm

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    December 20, 2016
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    Yes, it might be able to grow back. Aloe vera "pups" with few roots are often able to grow on their own, so you can treat this like them. Just put it in a fresh pot of well-draining soil (preferably cactus and scculent soil), moisten it, and be sure not to overwater. It might appreciate being in the shade until it gets established again.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    February 20, 2017
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    Cutting back any soft or rotting parts of the aloe is a good idea, but don't cut back any green, firm parts, since those are the parts that will grow back. I am not sure of your location, but if the chance of frost is past for the winter, and you can see some still-healthy parts of the plants, then your plants should recover. If there may be additional frosts, you'll need to protect the plants by putting cloths or buckets over them.

    http://www.aloeplant.info/reviving-a-frozen-aloe/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 20, 2017
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    With a soft stemmed plant such as Aloe, you were right to prune right away.

    With time, I think they will recover.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/tips-for-saving-cold-damaged-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 23, 2017
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    A Aloe Vera plant needs a bright light location.
    These articles will help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/dividing-aloe-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 25, 2017
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    Inspect the soil to help determine if it is mold, perhaps from excess water in the soil.
    Crusty white residue could be build up of salts; this could come from over fertilizing or watering with conditioned water.

    Make sure the soil is well draining. Aloe soil should dry between waterings.
    Try using distilled water or leave the water from you tap to set on the counter for 48 hours before using.

    If it is excess salts you can try flushing the soil, but you will need to avoid overwatering.
    You could also repot the plant with fresh potting mix. A Cactus soil mix is appropriate.

    I'm listing a few links for you to help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/signs-of-over-fertilization-in-houseplants.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 3, 2017
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    Though there are some varieties of Aloe Vera that can tolerate cold temperatures most will not thrive or survive in the cold.
    The lowest temperatures that most Aloe Vera will tolerate is 40 degrees F.
    I would move your plant to an indoor warm location.
    Here are some links to refresh you n the care requirements.

    Under watering will also cause the tips to turn brown and this will travel down the stem.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/growing-aloe-outdoors.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 6, 2017
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    If the entire plant is damaged by the cold, your plant may not recover.

    It does appear that some of the plant is still green.
    You will need to remove the damaged and dead plant material.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm

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