Planting Baby Aloe: Small Pot, Sandy Mix, Minimal Water

Perfect Start

Angela's aloe pup (leaf with root) needs: 3-inch pot max, 50/50 potting soil and coarse sand, drainage hole.

Watering Schedule

1. Plant in DRY mix.
2. Day 1: 1 teaspoon water.
3. Day 3: ½ cup water.
4. Then weekly, ONLY if dry. Empty saucer after 1 hour.

Key Rules

• Never overpot—aloes have tiny root systems.
• Bright south/west window, blinds open dawn to dusk.
• No fertilizer for first 6 months.
• Remove offsets (pups) when they appear to prevent crowding.