Nourishing your aloe plant: A sunny spot, a touch of cinnamon and the perfect watering routine

Despite its rather thick and fleshy leaves, aloe remains susceptible to damage from handling, cleaning its pot, or even from the window sill. Luckily, damage to your beloved aloe isn't irreversible. The plant can heal if swiftly sprinkled with... cinnamon.

Yes, you read that right. Ordinary, ground cinnamon is a lifesaver for aloe. Quickly sprinkle cinnamon on the broken or cracked part of the aloe leaf. Doing this will remarkably hasten the healing process and ward off decay.

So, what should you do if part of the aloe leaf falls off completely? Dry it off over a two-day period, then begin propagation. Aloe roots remarkably fast; hence, you can promptly plant it in potting soil. For the broken part remaining in the pot, sprinkle some cinnamon. This helps the plant to rejuvenate faster and prevents any darkening.

A member of the succulent group from the cactus family, aloe prefers sunlight and isn't fond of water. The ideal soil medium is any designed for succulents or cacti. To the already established plant, it’s worth adding some perlite and small stones. A clay pot is advised for aloes because it soaks up any unnecessary moisture. Aloe plants prefer dry conditions as opposed to waterlogged ones.

In the spring and summer months, it would be beneficial to feed the plant an organic fertilizer specifically designed for succulents and cacti once a month. It requires sunlight, so it's best to place it on a sunlit windowsill. During the summer, consider relocating it to the balcony, and watch it grow even more spectacularly.