How often to water an aloe vera plant growing in a pot is probably less than you think. Aloes are generally easy-care succulents, but the most common mistake people make with them is overwatering.

My aloe vera plant is looking reddish-brown. When I use my plant app, Picture This, it says the plant looks healthy. What do you say?

Step 2: Remove the entire plant from the pot. Carefully remove the parent aloe vera from its growing container. If the plant is hard to dislodge, run a dull knife around the interior wall of the ...