Choose a mature and healthy leaf from your aloe vera plant.
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Gather a clean, sharp knife or gardening shears, a clean cutting board, and a clean, dry container for planting.
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Using your knife or shears, make a clean cut near the base of the leaf, as close to the stem as possible.
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After cutting the leaf, place it in a cool, dry place for a few days to allow the cut end to callus over.
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Aloe vera plants prefer soil that is sandy or cactus mix, as it allows for proper water drainage
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Once the leaf cutting has dried, gently place it into the potting mix, burying about half of the leaf.
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Dip the cut end of the leaf cutting in rooting hormone before planting. While not necessary, rooting hormone can help stimulate root growth and increase the chances of successful propagation.
Put the container in bright, indirect sunlight. Aloe vera plants flourish at 60–75°F. To avoid Overwating
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Propagation can take time, so be patient with your aloe vera leaf cutting.
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Once the cutting has developed a healthy root system, it's time to transplant it into a larger pot or directly into the ground
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