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Pup Division on aloe vera
What's Happening
Mother plants produce offsets (pups) from the base. Separating too early causes failure due to lack of established roots.
How to Fix It
- 1
Wait until pups are 3-4 inches tall (roughly 1/3 mother size).
- 2
Unpot the cluster and find the connecting rhizome; sever with a clean blade.
- 3
Callus the pup for 2-3 days before potting.
- 4
Pot in dry succulent mix and withhold water for 5 days.
How to Prevent It
Healthy mature plants pup more frequently in root-bound conditions.
Related Problems
Same Problem on Other Plants
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes pup division on my plant?
Mother plants produce offsets (pups) from the base. Separating too early causes failure due to lack of established roots.
How do I fix pup division?
Wait until pups are 3-4 inches tall (roughly 1/3 mother size).. Unpot the cluster and find the connecting rhizome; sever with a clean blade..
How do I prevent pup division from happening again?
Healthy mature plants pup more frequently in root-bound conditions.