How to Take Care of Aloe Vera?

Place in bright, indirect sunlight

Use a pot with drainage holes

Plant in well-draining cactus or succulent soil

Water only when the soil is completely dry

Reduce watering in winter

Avoid overwatering

Keep in temperatures between 55°F and 80°F

Protect from frost and cold drafts

Fertilize lightly during spring and summer

Remove dead or damaged leaves

Repot when the plant becomes root-bound

Check regularly for pests

Use a clean, sharp knife to harvest leaves

Cut outer leaves first when harvesting

Let cut leaves heal before replanting or storing

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