Known for its healing properties, aloe vera can soothe burns, moisturise your skin, and even add a touch of beauty to your home. If you’ve ever wanted to own this plant but weren't sure where to start ...

Aloe vera has been a popular plant for centuries. Belonging to the succulent family, it originated in arid and tropical climates, which is why it can withstand extreme temperatures and thrive without ...

There are many reasons why aloe vera has been popular for centuries. Belonging to the succulent family, it originated in arid and tropical climates, which is why it can withstand extreme temperatures ...

Dear Readers: The aloe vera plant being grown in captivity at my house has flowered! As it turns out my plant’s flower is neither red nor yellow as anticipated, but is orange with tubular-shaped ...

Grow your own burn ointment by adding aloe vera to your indoor plant collection. This succulent has been used for centuries to treat superficial burns, cuts, sunburn and more. The gel inside the ...

A January thaw is feeling really good right now, even if it’s not likely to last. Although it is freezing outside, we can still garden inside. One of my favorite groups of plants are the succulents, ...

Aloe plants are the gifts that keep on giving — if you play it right. From where to place your plant to tending to the soil, ...

An aloe vera turning brown on the leaves is often a sign of cultural problems. Succulents like aloe are one of the easiest groups of plants to grow. Indoor-grown aloe plants have few pest or disease ...

Prized for the soothing gel that comes from its leaves, aloe vera is part of the 420-species Aloe genus and was formerly known as Aloe barbadensis. Aloe vera is commonly grown as a houseplant, but you ...