If the fleshy and firm leaves of aloe vera become mushy, it is not a good sign. Here you can find out what it is and how you can help aloe vera.
Why is my aloe vera mushy and how do I save it?
Mushy aloe vera leaves are usually caused by substrate that is too moist. To save the plant, repot it in new, dry substrate, cut off rotten root parts and let it dry. Less watering and a sunny location prevent future problems.
Why does aloe vera get mushy?
Toomoist substrate is often the cause of mushy leaves. Remember that aloe vera is a succulent plant, also known as desert lily. Too much moisture or waterlogging in the pot causes the leaves to turn brown and mushy. If you do not address the problem, the houseplant will die. How to detect moisture:
- take some substrate between your fingers
- check the soil for a foul smell
- look for moisture at the bottom of the pot
How do I keep the mushy aloe vera he althy?
Repot the aloe vera innew substrate. To do this, take the plant out of the pot and remove the soil. If you observe rot on root parts, you should cut off these parts. Allow the aloe vera to dry for a few hours. Choose a pot with a drainage hole and place drainage in it. Then plant the aloe vera with mushy leaves in this pot with cactus soil (€12.00 on Amazon). Remove particularly mushy leaves.
How do I avoid mushy leaves on aloe vera?
If you water the aloe vera a littleless, you can often avoid problems. Spread some gravel on the surface. Then added water will not evaporate as quickly in summer. You should keep an eye on the level of moisture in the flower pot. You can see whether water collects in the saucer when watering. Then you will know whether excess liquid in the substrate drains downwards easily.
Tip
Suitable location promises advantages
It is best to place the aloe vera in a south-facing window with lots of sunlight. Then water in the pot dries properly. The succulent also gets enough sunlight here.
