Climate Information Sheet
Warm days. Dry roots. No frost.
Aloe vera is adapted to a warm, seasonally dry climate. Indoors, the crucial lesson is not constant heat—it is avoiding cold injury and prolonged wet soil.
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Climate profile
| Temperature | South Dakota State University Extension recommends about 55–85°F (13–29°C) for household cultivation. |
|---|---|
| Cold tolerance | Frost tender. Bring outdoor plants inside well before freezing weather in Lafayette. |
| Moisture pattern | Drought tolerant after establishment; water deeply but infrequently. |
| Seasonal response | Growth and water use slow when winter light levels fall. |
| Indoor implication | Cooler rooms and short winter days require longer drying intervals. |
Lafayette, Indiana translation
Aloe vera is not winter-hardy outdoors in Lafayette. Treat it as a houseplant that may vacation outside during warm weather.
Spring move outdoors
Wait until nights are reliably mild. Begin in bright shade, then increase sun exposure gradually over one to two weeks.
Autumn move indoors
Bring it in before cold nights threaten damage. Inspect leaf bases and undersides for scale, mealybugs, and other hitchhikers.
Winter
Give maximum available light and reduce watering frequency. Never water merely because a calendar says it is time.