Aloe Vera Mushy Leaves: Overwatering or Cold Damage

Why Aloe Vera Turns Soft and Watery

Roxanne's Aloe leaves became droopy, mushy, and detached like water balloons. Two causes:

1. Temperature extremes (hot or cold).
2. Soil kept too moist.

Prognosis

Recovery unlikely if roots rotted. If roots survive, new growth may eventually appear.

Action

• Ensure soil dries almost completely to bottom between waterings.
• Avoid temperature extremes (drafts, heating vents).
• Do not water until pot is very light.

Aloe is drought-tolerant; err on the side of dryness.