Of all the reasons to grow an aloe vera plant — from its soothing gel to its tolerance for neglect — flowers aren't typically at the top of the list. This common houseplant is more known for its ...

Most survivalists know the benefit of keeping certain plants around to help prepare for a crisis. However many often overlook aloe vera. Aloe vera is an extremely hardy plant. Native to the rugged ...

All my close friends and family members have aloe vera plants of their own (especially after I gave the plants as gifts for Christmas a few years ago). Why? Because of the seemingly endless aloe vera ...

Who knew aloe vera could be so handy? Succulents—cute plants named for their ability to retain water—are having a moment right now. One of the most popular is aloe vera, an evergreen perennial known ...

Looking for an indoor, beginner plant? This aloe thrives with little care, making it perfect for beginners, brown thumbs, or ...

So instead of waiting for the vegetables and the flowers to move forward, I’ll check in on a plant called Aloe Vera. For years, Aloe has been my favorite plant. Usually, I put it by the kitchen window ...

Along the Front Range, semi-arid growing conditions best suit plants that don’t constantly require the slaking of their thirst. And that makes aloes a natural. Prized primarily for foliage, these ...

Aloes are basically the denim of the plant world. They’re hardy, cool-looking and exceptionally useful to boot (hello, sunburn soother). Extra bonus? They won’t shrivel and die if you forget to water ...

As the dry season, or “el verano,” arrives, it’s essential to give your skin extra care. Clear skies, intense sun, drying winds, and ocean surf can all contribute to skin damage. However, having aloe ...

Aloe Vera is one of those plants that people have loved for centuries. In fact, it was first found by Carl Linnaeus in 1773! Aloe Vera has been used for many things including cuts, infections and ...