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How to Repot Aloe Vera?

Published in Aloe Vera Care 3 mins read

To repot your aloe vera, gently remove it from its old pot, then place it in a new pot and fill it with soil until it is just below the lower leaves.

Here's a more detailed explanation, though the provided excerpt is quite short and lacks specifics. Assuming general aloe vera repotting practices:

While the provided short answer gives a basic idea, here's a more comprehensive guide on repotting aloe vera:

  1. Gather your supplies: You'll need a new pot (slightly larger than the old one, with drainage holes), well-draining potting mix specifically formulated for succulents or cacti, gloves, and optionally, some pebbles or rocks for the bottom of the pot to improve drainage (although this is debated; using the right soil is generally more effective).

  2. Prepare the new pot: Add a layer of the potting mix to the bottom of the new pot. The amount depends on the size of the root ball of your aloe vera plant. You want the top of the root ball to be level with the soil surface in the new pot.

  3. Remove the aloe vera from its old pot: Gently loosen the soil around the edges of the old pot. If the plant is stuck, you can try tapping the sides of the pot or using a trowel to carefully loosen the soil. Once the plant is loose, gently pull it out by the base of the plant, avoiding pulling on the leaves.

  4. Inspect the roots: Once the plant is out of the pot, gently remove any loose soil from the roots. Inspect the roots for any signs of rot (soft, mushy, or brown roots). If you find any rot, carefully trim it away with clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears.

  5. Place the aloe vera in the new pot: Center the aloe vera plant in the new pot. Make sure the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.

  6. Fill the pot with soil: Gently fill the pot with the potting mix, making sure to pack it lightly around the roots. Leave about an inch of space between the soil surface and the rim of the pot.

  7. Water the plant: Water the aloe vera plant thoroughly after repotting. Allow the excess water to drain out of the drainage holes.

  8. Aftercare: Place the repotted aloe vera plant in a bright, indirect light location. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.