How to GROW and PROPAGATE Climbing Aloe Indoors LIKE A PRO! (Aloiampelos ciliaris)

Are you ready to grow one of the most unique and rewarding succulents available? In this 2025 updated guide, expert Landscape Architect Michael from Let’s Grow! shares everything you need to know about caring for the amazing Climbing Aloe (Aloiampelos ciliaris) indoors. If you've been searching for the best fast-growing houseplant or a vining succulent that actually flowers, your search is over!

The Climbing Aloe is a game-changer for any indoor plant collection. Unlike its common cousins, this aloe grows long, trailing stems that can be trained up a trellis or left to cascade from a hanging basket, making it a perfect trailing plant for bright light. In this detailed care guide, we cover all the essential tips for success, tailored for both beginners and experienced plant parents in U.S. hardiness zones 7-11.

// IN THIS VIDEO, YOU'LL LEARN:

Climbing Aloe 101: Identifying its unique features, including its fringed leaves.

Light Requirements: How to provide the perfect amount of light (measured in foot-candles) to prevent a leggy aloe and encourage blooms.

Perfect Soil Mix: Michael's professional, custom soil recipe for succulents that prevents root rot.

Watering Schedule: The 'drench and dry' method that Climbing Aloes love, and how to adjust for the seasons.

Fertilizing for Growth: The best fertilizer for your Climbing Aloe and when to apply it for vigorous growth.

Pest Control: How to spot and eliminate common houseplant pests like mealybugs and scale.

Propagation Tips: The super simple way to propagate Climbing Aloe from stem cuttings to share with friends or make more plants for your home!

Training & Pruning: How to prune your aloe to encourage a fuller, bushier plant and train it to climb.

This complete Climbing Aloe care guide is packed with actionable tips based on horticultural science and over 35 years of professional experience. We're here to help you grow with confidence!