How to Grow Aloe Plants With Dying Leaves

There are more than 250 different species of aloe plant throughout the world. Many aloes are native to Africa. The plants have a broad range of sizes from tiny plants that do not grow above an inch to massive plants that are several feet in diameter. Aloes are semi-tropical plants and many have medicinal value. Some older aloes may bloom in which case they produce tall stems topped with pinkish-red flowers. If the leaves on your aloe plant are dying there could be a number of reasons, but with a little care and patience the plant can be saved.

Instructions

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  Change the location of your aloe plant. Aloe vera should be situated in indirect or filtered sunlight. Direct sunlight will make the leaves turn brown.
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  Restrict the number of times you water your aloe plant. Aloe vera is a succulent and stores water in its leaves. It can go for a long time without water. If the leaves on your plant are brown and mushy then you have probably been over watering. Allow the soil to completely dry out then water lightly. Allow the soil to dry out each time before you water.
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  If the leaves on your aloe plant are brown and mushy you may also want to repot the plant in a soil mixture with better drainage. The best potting soil you can use is a special commercial mix for cacti and succulents. If you are unable to find this, you could make a mixture of six parts perlite and four parts ordinary potting compost.
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  If the dying leaves are shriveled, brown and twisted, this means that the aloe vera plant is not getting enough water and is using its stored supply. Water the plant until the soil is moist, and continue to water lightly until the leaves have fleshed out again. Any leaves that remain withered should be carefully removed.

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