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Why my aloe cannot bloom #139466

Asked July 09, 2013, 11:17 AM EDT

I bought my aloe 3 years ago, it bloomed once in winter.A friend of mine told her aloe blooms every year so I am confused whether mine sick or not? Is it a common problem?And how can I do to make it bloom?
                                                                                         Thanks a lot

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Expert Response

Generally only older Aloe vera plants---those that have been established for four years or longer---bloom. Only very happy plants that receive excellent care bloom. These flowers produce nectar that hummingbirds love. The only steps you can take to encourage your Aloe vera plant to bloom are those that go to the heart of caring for your plant properly during the years it takes for it to grow old enough to produce blooms.   Some tips of care are as below;     Bring your aloe inside at the first hint of cold weather or frost. Aloes are extremely sensitive to cold.   2 Plant your aloe in fast-draining soil.   3 Put your Aloe vera plant in a window that gets plenty of sunshine. Lots of light will help the aloe plant bloom when it is mature enough to put up a stalk.   4 Do not over water your Aloe vera plant. The soil should completely dry before you water your plant again. Only give the plant a cup or two of water in winter months. Soak the soil during the summer, but allow the soil to dry out completely before watering again.   5 Plant your Aloe vera in a pot that has drainage holes, and use a wide planter. Aloe vera roots spread outwards.   6 Fertilize your Aloe vera each spring with a diluted bloom fertilizer

Read more: http://www.ehow.com/how_5655175_make-aloe-bloom.html#ixzz2Yppijq2b




An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 12, 2013, 8:51 AM EDT

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