Plant Care Aloe 'Blue Elf'

Aloe 'Blue Elf'

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Taxonomy

Aloe 'Blue Elf'
Aloe
Asphodelaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Aloe 'Blue Elf'

💦 Water

How often to water your Aloe 'Blue Elf'

Water needs for Aloe 'Blue Elf'
0.5 cups
every 12

Aloe 'Blue Elf' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Aloe 'Blue Elf'

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Aloe 'Blue Elf' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Aloe 'Blue Elf': 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Aloe 'Blue Elf' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Aloe 'Blue Elf' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Aloe 'Blue Elf' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Aloe 'Blue Elf'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Aloe 'Blue Elf': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Aloe 'Blue Elf' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Aloe 'Blue Elf' is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Aloe 'Blue Elf' →

Benefits of Growing Aloe 'Blue Elf' →

Common Aloe 'Blue Elf' Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Aloe 'Blue Elf' →

Outdoor Care Guide for Aloe 'Blue Elf' →


💦 Water Needs

Aloe 'Blue Elf' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Water Frequency →

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Aloe 'Blue Elf' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Light Requirements →

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Aloe 'Blue Elf' is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Is Aloe 'Blue Elf' Edible? →

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Toxicity to Cats →

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Toxicity to Dogs →

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Toxicity to Humans →


💨 Humidity

Aloe 'Blue Elf' enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Aloe 'Blue Elf' is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Aloe 'Blue Elf' →

Best Pots for Aloe 'Blue Elf' →

When and How to Successfully Repot Aloe 'Blue Elf' →

What Are Healthy Aloe 'Blue Elf' Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Aloe 'Blue Elf' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Aloe 'Blue Elf' →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Aloe 'Blue Elf' to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Aloe 'Blue Elf' is native to Southern Africa to India.


🌸 Flowers
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Aloe 'Blue Elf' grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Lifecycle →

Aloe 'Blue Elf' Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Aloe 'Blue Elf' →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Aloe 'Blue Elf' can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Aloe 'Blue Elf' →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Aloe 'Blue Elf'. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


Care Summary for Aloe 'Blue Elf'

Aloe 'Blue Elf'

Aloe 'Blue Elf'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Aloe 'Blue Elf' has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 1
Andrea avatar
@Andrea
leaf-1 5 Plants
xp 93 XP
globe Artesia, NM
07/17/2021

Grows really fast, it blooms as well, super easy to take care of!! Really love it!❤️

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