One of the best indoor houseplants, aloe vera is known for being an easy going, low-maintenance succulent plant. But there’s ...

Propagating an aloe vera plant is a rewarding (and free!) way to get even more plants to love or share with friends. The process also provides a way to salvage stems that may have accidentally ...

Figuring out exactly how often to water an aloe vera plant can be a little tricky because the frequency can vary, depending on growing conditions. Two key factors are air temperature and soil type.

The Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Gel Let’s start with a quick disclaimer: eating either aloe vera gel from the plant’s leaves, unprocessed gel with no additives, or drinking aloe juice is safe ...

Aloe vera is a medicinal plant that’s been used to treat various health conditions for thousands of years. It’s usually safe to use also vera directly from the plant or you can buy it in gel form.

Irregular watering, especially overwatering, is the No. 1 culprit behind a drooping aloe plant, Markway explained. As a member of the succulent family, aloe vera plants thrive in well-drained soil.

Most of us reach for aloe after too much sun, but its resume of skin benefits is surprisingly extensive. This versatile plant helps with conditions you might not expect. Acne sufferers, listen up.

Because aloe naturally lives in desert-like climates, it’s a sun-loving plant. You can keep aloe vera plants in bright, indirect sunlight in your house and water them about every two weeks.