Aloe vera is a very common plant, especially in some foods where its soft and smooth texture is frequently consumed. It is rich in nutrients and also has beauty benefits, so many people enjoy cultivating this plant. But does aloe vera need to be watered every day? Let's take a look.
1. Does aloe vera need to be watered every day?
Watering aloe vera depends on the season. The frequency of watering varies depending on the season. In summer, you can water it more often, about 2-3 times a day, and you can also spray water on the aloe vera in the morning and evening. In spring and autumn, you can water it once a week. In winter, try to water it less often, about once every two weeks, and keep the soil as dry as possible.
II. Aloe Vera Cultivation Methods
1. Choosing a flowerpot
When cultivating aloe vera, it's important to choose a pot of suitable size. If the aloe vera plant is too large for the pot, it will negatively impact the plant's growth. Conversely, if the aloe vera plant is too small for the pot, the soil won't dry out easily after watering, potentially leading to root rot over time.
2. Select soil
The soil should be fertile, loose, and well-draining. Gardeners can prepare their own potting mix, consisting of humus, coarse sand, and garden soil in a 2:1:1 ratio. The proportion of coarse sand should not be too high, as sandy soil has poor water and fertilizer retention, which will negatively impact plant growth.
3. Lighting conditions
Aloe vera is a light-loving and heat-tolerant plant. Sufficient sunlight is beneficial for its growth. Aloe vera should receive at least 7 hours of sunlight daily, but should be given appropriate shade in summer to prevent sunburn.
4. Temperature and humidity
Maintaining a temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius is most conducive to aloe vera growth. Around 20 degrees Celsius is the optimal growing temperature. If the temperature drops below 0 degrees Celsius, the plant will quickly die. If the temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius, the plant will also wither. In summer, the plant needs to be sprayed with water to increase humidity, which also helps to cool it down.
5. Fertilizer Management
When fertilizing aloe vera, mainly use calcium phosphate or compound fertilizer . Higher temperatures promote faster growth, so more fertilizer can be applied. Lower temperatures slow growth, so less fertilizer is needed.
6. Watering Management
Spring temperatures generally range from 15 to 20 degrees Celsius, which is most conducive to the growth of aloe vera. Watering frequency should be increased appropriately, generally once a week is sufficient.
In the hot summer, watering every two or three days is sufficient, and you should also spray some water on the leaves in the morning and evening.
The watering method in autumn is basically the same as in spring. If the environment is too dry, you can spray some water appropriately. When watering aloe vera in autumn, follow the principle of watering only when the soil is dry, and water thoroughly each time.
In winter, when the weather is cold and the temperature is low, watering once every two weeks is sufficient. You can spray some water on the leaves, but keep the potting soil dry.
7. Reproduction methods
There are two main methods for propagating aloe vera: division and cutting. For potted aloe vera, cutting is the most common method.
8. Disease prevention and control
If rust disease occurs during the growth of aloe vera, diseased and damaged leaves should be removed and destroyed promptly. If brown spot or leaf spot disease occurs, a fungicide solution can be sprayed promptly, once every three weeks, for a total of three to four times a year.
