Published Feb 22, 2023
This medicinal plant requires hot & humid temperature with annual rainfall ranging between 1000-1200 mm, followed by bright sunlight.
Well-drained laterite to loamy soil, rich in organic matter with pH ranging between 7-8 is suitable for Aloe Vera cultivation.
Water Aloe Vera deeply in about every 3 weeks. Between each watering, allow the soil to dry 1-2 inches deep.
The ideal plant spacing for Aloe vera is 45X40 cm or 60 X 30 cm. You can plant 3-4 month old plant suckers in a 15 cm deep pit.
You can start harvesting aloe vera plants 7-8 months from planting. October-November is the best time for harvesting this crop.
Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Kerala are leading producers of Aloe Vera in India.