Short Leaved AloeAloe brevifolia

Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry, ensuring excess water drains away.

Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing only enough to prevent the leaves from shriveling. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.

Pruning is generally minimal. Remove dead or dried leaves and flower stalks at the base of the plant. If the plant becomes too large or leggy, you can prune it back to encourage bushier growth.

Use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease.

Easily propagated from offsets (pups) that grow at the base of the mother plant. Gently separate the offsets with roots attached and allow them to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.

Stem cuttings can also be taken and allowed to root.

Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant outgrows its container. Choose a pot with drainage holes and use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Repot in spring or early summer.

Handle the plant carefully to avoid damaging the fleshy leaves.