How To Care For Aloe Vera Plants | The Old Farmer's Almanac

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Aloe there! Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or someone who’s just managed to keep a cactus alive, aloe vera is your new low-maintenance best friend. Not only does it look cool with its spiky green leaves, but it moonlights as a natural remedy for life’s little burns and boo-boos. From choosing the perfect sunny windowsill to knowing when (and when not) to water, we’re here to make sure your aloe thrives, not just survives. Let’s get growing!

About Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe. The plant is stemless or short-stemmed with thick, greenish, fleshy leaves that fan out from the plant’s central stem. The margin of the leaf is serrated with small teeth.

Before you buy an aloe, note that you’ll need a location that offers bright indirect light (or artificial sunlight). Bright direct light can dry out the plant and turn its fleshy leaves yellow, so you may need to water more often if your aloe lives in an exceedingly sunny spot.

Keep an aloe vera plant in a pot near a kitchen window for periodic use.

WARNING: The gel from aloe vera leaves can be used topically but should NOT be eaten by people or pets. It can cause unpleasant symptoms such as nausea or indigestion and may even be toxic in larger quantities.

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