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- Select a healthy leaf:
Choose a mature, disease-free Aloe vera leaf for cutting.
- Prepare the leaf cutting:
Use a clean knife or scissors to cut the leaf close to the base.
- Optional: Let the cutting dry:
Allow the cut end to dry and callus for a day if desired.
- Prepare the pot:
Fill a pot with well-draining potting mix, like cactus or succulent mix.
- Plant the cutting:
Insert the cut end of the leaf into the potting mix, 1-2 inches deep.
- Water lightly:
Lightly water the potting mix to settle it around the cutting.
- Place in indirect light:
Put the pot in a bright, indirect sunlight location.
- Wait for roots to develop:
Be patient as roots develop over a few weeks to months.
- Water sparingly:
Water sparingly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry between waterings.
- Transplant if needed:
Transfer to a larger pot or garden as the plant grows.
- Provide regular care:
Continue care with proper light, watering, and occasional feeding.
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