Cactus/Aloe
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My Aloe broke at the very base of the plant it's about 2 1/2 feet can I save this plant maybe got to wet or to heavy maybe both inside plant please help
If the base has leaves it may regenerate. I'd put it in a smaller pot and trim some of the roots. IT SHOULD FILL IN NICELY FROM THE BASE. As for the part that broke off, cut off about a third of it, LEAVE ABOUT AN INCH OF STEM AND really let it callous over and pot in moistened vermiculite. Don't water again till it's rooted. OR AT LEAST NO MORE THAN EVERY WEEK TO 10 DAYS AND WATER FROM THE BOTTOM. BE SURE TO STAKE IT. IT WILL ROT IN A MONTH OR TWO.
I'm so sorry your plant broke. it always breaks my heart when something happens to one of mine.
You can also send me a picture (I may have asked you this already) so I have a better idea of what you're dealing with.
Hoe this helps. Aloes are pretty forgiving.
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Maureen
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding the care and propagation of cactus and succulents and would actually group these together as folks often mistake one for the other and often their care is quite different. I also have a cold hardy cactus and succulent garden that has been quite successful. The subject in regard to classification of type is enormous and I wouldn't be able to answer all questions by any means. It is really IMPORTANT TO INCLUDE A PHOTO if at all possible and LET ME KNOW WHERE YOU ARE FROM, especially in terms of climate.
Experience
I have learned by reading books, by trial and error and by consulting with folks with much more knowledge. I have primarily grown C&S for the last 20 years.
Organizations
Cactus and Succulent Society of Massachusetts.
Education/Credentials
No formal training. See experience.
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