I'd put at least 1/3 of the stalk under the ground. This will give you
deep roots. Water every 2-3 days so the soil is moist (like a squeezed
sponge). After a month, cut back to weekly watering. The leaves will
probably shrivel a bit as the plant forms roots: it is living off the
stored energy in its leaves. This is normal. Resist the temptation to
over water. If they sit in water they'll get rot; which turns them
brownish and shriveled.

Aloe want heat and light. Indoors they can take sun on a windowsill.
Outdoors they can take sun to light shade. One or two hours of direct
sun is usually their limit here in California. They will turn orange
if they are getting too much sun. Brown, scabby spots are sunburn. Aloe
are hardy to about 40 degrees. Mine have overhead protection on my
patio and have survived a light frost. Drop by my website at
http://www.thegardenpages.com for more aloe and succulent info.

Hope this helps, good luck!



Jim Carlock wrote:
While there is some information about this on the internet, a
search through the garden groups here...

"aloe vera" rooting group:*.garden.*

turned up nothing. Alot turns up on a web search, though.

Specifically seeking details on rooting aloe vera plants and
appreciate any help and comments.

Thanks.

Jim Carlock
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