You make a new aloe vera plant by replanting offshoots, or "pups," from a mature plant.
Propagating Aloe Vera Plants
Aloe vera plants don't produce seeds; instead, they create smaller plants called pups that grow from the base of the parent plant. To make a new aloe vera plant, you'll need to separate one of these pups and replant it.
Steps for Propagating Aloe Vera
Here's how you can successfully make a new aloe vera plant:
- Identify Pups: Look for smaller aloe plants growing at the base of your mature aloe vera. These are the pups you'll use. They should ideally have their own roots.
- Carefully Separate: Gently dig around the pup with a trowel or small spade. Be cautious not to damage the roots of either the pup or the parent plant.
- If the pup's roots are intertwined with the parent plant's roots, you can use a clean, sharp knife to carefully separate them.
- Replant: Plant the separated pup in a pot containing well-draining potting mix. Ensure the pup's roots are covered.
- Water Lightly: Water the new plant lightly and place it in a spot with indirect sunlight. Avoid overwatering.
- Provide Care: Follow the standard care routine for aloe vera, including infrequent watering and plenty of sunlight. The new plant should develop into a mature aloe vera plant.
Key Takeaways:
- No Seeds: Aloe vera plants do not grow from seeds.
- Using Pups: You use the offshoots or “pups” of a mature plant for propagation, ensuring it already has roots before separating it.
- Replanting Offshoots: Simply cut offshoots (including roots) of a mature plant and replant them to create new aloe plants. (01-Apr-2024)
By following these steps, you can easily make new aloe vera plants from existing mature plants.
