Water the aloe plant lightly a day before dividing
Remove the plant from its pot or garden bed
Gently shake off loose soil from the roots
Identify natural offsets or clumps with separate root systems
Use a clean, sharp knife if roots are tightly connected
Cut between sections, keeping roots attached to each division
Let cut surfaces dry and callus for 1 to 2 days
Prepare separate pots with well-draining cactus or succulent soil
Plant each division at the same depth as before
Do not water immediately after planting
Wait several days before the first light watering
Place the new plants in bright, indirect light
Resume normal watering only after new growth appears