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Aloe ‘Moondance’

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Sun: full sun to partial shade

Water: Typical water needs for a succulent

Temperature: Zone 9b from 25° F to 30° F (-3.9° C to -1.1° C) to Zone 12b from 55° F to 60° F (12.8° C to 15.6° C)

Winter Survival: Not cold hardy

Propagation: offsets, stem cuttings

Flower: in the summer

Flower Type: Red, Orange

Toxic: Generally non-toxic to humans and animals

Dormant: winter

Space Requirement: Indoors & Outdoors

Common Problems: No major pests, Plants may rot if overwatered


Where to buy Aloe 'Moondance'?

Basc Care for Aloe 'Moondance'

Watering

You can water your succulent more than often in extreme conditions but make sure that the soil is completely dry before watering your succulent again.

One simple tip for you is that you can use some online apps to check the soil status before you go water your succulents. I would recommend the ThePlantsCheck app, it has some nice features there.

Fertilizing

Only feed this succulent during its active growing seasons which means winter. Use the right fertilizer applied in the right amounts. Applying half-strength balanced fertilizer every month or so is recommended for optimal results.

Do not fertilize during winter as the plant is dormant.

Sun & Location Requirements for "Aloe 'Moondance'"

Aloe 'Moondance' needs full sun to partial shade in order to thrive. While this variety needs plenty of bright light, it is important not to place it in direct sunlight for extended periods of time as this can cause damage or scorching to the leaves and stems. A shadier spot with indirect light could be just what Aloe 'Moondance' needs.

As per this succulent profile, it is only able to stay healthy when the environment temperature is above the range of zone 9b from 25° F to 30° F (-3.9° C to -1.1° C).

In order to protect Aloe 'Moondance' from freezing temperatures, it is important to provide adequate insulation and drainage. A layer of mulch or gravel will help protect the roots by keeping them warm during cold weather. In addition, protection from wind and sun exposure can help reduce the chances of frost damage.

Any succulents in the group will need a medium space to grow. You can place your pot at your table or window. Since this plant needs more space than mini succulents, you should consider do not plant them together with other succulents/plants.

Aloe 'Moondance' also benefits from some indirect light throughout the day as well, so make sure you give it enough space to soak up light without becoming too exposed to heat.

Propagation

Succulents can be propagated easily by taking offsets from the mother plant and replanting them in fresh soil. The offset will eventually grow into a new succulent that is identical to its parent.

Propagating Aloe 'Moondance' by stem cuttings is an easy and fun way to increase your collection of these unique houseplants. When propagating, it’s important to choose healthy stems from existing plants that are at least two inches long and have several leaves attached.

Toxicity

Aloe 'Moondance'

Aloe 'Moondance' is generally non-toxic to humans and animals. However, the plant may contain certain toxins which can cause mild skin irritation if it is ingested or comes in contact with skin. Therefore, it is important to keep the plant away from children and pets for safety reasons.

Pests and Diseases

Aloe 'Moondance' is not affected too much by common pests and diseases like most of the other succulents.

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