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# **Want to Get Your Aloe Vera Growing Upright? Here’s What You Need to Know (+ More Tips!)**
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## **Why Is My Aloe Vera Not Growing Upright?**
1. **Not Enough Sunlight** ☀️ – Aloe vera needs **bright, indirect sunlight** to grow properly. If it doesn’t get enough light, it will stretch and become weak.
2. **Overwatering or Poor Drainage** 💦 – Too much water can make the leaves heavy and cause them to sag. Aloe prefers **dry soil** between waterings.
3. **Pot Is Too Big** 🪴 – A pot that’s too large can cause the plant to spread out instead of growing upwards.
4. **Weak Roots or Crowded Pups** 🌱 – If your aloe has many baby plants (pups) or weak roots, it won’t stand tall.
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### **1. Give It More Sunlight** 🌞
Aloe vera thrives in **6-8 hours of bright, indirect light**. If it’s leaning toward the light source, rotate it **every few days** to encourage even growth.