Aloe is a perennial plant that has many beneficial properties.
It not only decorates the house, but also helps in the treatment of various diseases, takes care of the skin and hair, and also promotes the germination of seeds. Yes, you heard right!
Aloe can speed up and improve the germination process of seeds of various crops, such as vegetables, flowers and herbs, says Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .
How does aloe affect seeds
Aloe contains biologically active substances such as allantoin, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins and microelements that stimulate plant growth and development.
Aloe also has antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties, protecting seeds from various diseases and pests.
In addition, aloe increases the resistance of plants to stress factors such as drought, cold, over-watering, etc.
How to Use Aloe Vera to Germinate Seeds
There are several ways to use aloe to germinate seeds:
- One way to use aloe to germinate seeds is to soak them in a solution of aloe juice and water. To do this, cut off the bottom leaf of the aloe, squeeze out the juice, and mix it with water in equal proportions. Then soak the seeds in this solution for 12-24 hours before sowing.
- Treating seeds with aloe gel. To do this, cut off the bottom leaf of the aloe, remove the skin and grind the pulp in a blender or grater. Then coat the seeds with this gel and dry them on a paper towel before sowing.
- Watering seedlings with aloe juice. To do this, you need to cut off the bottom leaf of the aloe, squeeze out the juice and dilute it with water in a ratio of 1:10. Then you need to water the seedlings with this solution once a week before planting in the ground.
Using these methods, you will be able to get healthy and strong seedlings that will delight you with an abundant harvest.
Earlier we wrote about what you need to know about planting seedlings .
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
