Causes of Shrivelled Aloe Leaves and How to Fix Them
Summary: When we grow aloe, we often notice dry spots appearing on the leaves. There are many reasons aloe leaves become shrivelled, such as compacted soil, which causes the leaves to shrivel, or prolonged lack of water. It may also be caused by light that is too intense, or by a lack of potassium fertiliser. All of these can cause aloe leaves to shrivel, so let me now explain it all to you in detail.
When growing aloe, if the soil is too compacted, the plant's roots cannot breathe normally and therefore cannot grow normally, and the leaves will also grow poorly and shrivel as a result. We need to replace the soil in good time with a loose, fertile mix that drains well, and during care we also need to loosen the soil appropriately so that it stays loose.
If we do not water for a long time, the aloe plant will be in a state of water shortage. Without enough moisture in the leaves, they will become dry and flat. At this point we need to place the potted aloe in a cool place, water it lightly, and wait for the aloe to recover. During care, give it plenty of water; do not let the potting soil become too dry, and never let the soil crack.
If we do not water for a long time, the aloe plant will be in a state of water shortage. Without enough moisture in the leaves, they will become dry and flat. At this point we need to place the potted aloe in a cool place, water it lightly, and wait for the aloe to recover. During care, give it plenty of water; do not let the potting soil become too dry, and never let the soil crack.
If the environment where we keep our aloe has light that is too intense, the aloe leaves will develop problems and show signs of water shortage, especially in summer, when this happens even more readily. If we do not shade it from the sun in time, its leaves easily dry and crack. When the light is intense, we must take shading measures, or place it in a cool spot for a period of care. When the summer sun is fierce, never put the aloe somewhere it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
In the course of caring for aloe, if we give the plant very little potassium fertiliser, the lower part of the aloe leaves will become shrivelled and will also develop scorched patches. The solution is to apply more potassium fertiliser while growing aloe, so its leaves return to normal. When fertilising normally, follow the principle of applying light fertiliser frequently.
Conclusion: Once your aloe has shrivelled, you only need to deal with it using the methods I described above, and your aloe can become a big plump plant again. If you have any better solutions, feel free to comment.