Aloe vera — perennial succulent with thick, gel-filled leaves, known since ancient Egypt. Grow it in a pot in bright light, with very little water. The gel comes from mature leaves, cut one at a time at the base.
Botanical name: Aloe vera
Sowing: under cover, 90–120 days before planting out
Spacing: 30 cm
Germination: 21–30 days at 22–25 °C (sown under cover; not sown directly)
Height: 40–60 cm
Contents: 5 g
| Life cycle | Perennial |
|---|
