I live in Indiana and want to grow an aloe Vera plant. Any tips?

Mix sand in the

soil

I found this article - http://www.medcream.com/aloe-indiana.html that was specific to Indiana. I found this general article and it seems very informative - https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/growing-aloe-outdoors.htm - hope it helps.

I can only response with what I've done. I purchased a small aloe Vera plant & honestly I water it once every week or two and it's thriving. It is the easiest plant you'll ever maintain. I promise.

You can grow aloe Vera in pots outside in nice weather and as soon it starts to freeze bring them inside your home. This plant takes very little water Like once a week. Plant your plant in an extra lg. Pot cause it will multiply and before you know it it won't fit anymore. You can remove the baby plants and repot those and give to you friends. Enjoy!

Use a cacti and succulent soil ,place in bright light and only water when extremely dry.

Hi Nichole, aloes need lots of sun and only a little water. They also don't generally need any fertilizer, but if you your plant is struggling, only apply the fertilizer once a year. Look for something that is phosphorus-heavy or use banana peels as an organic option. We stay in South Africa and the Aloes grow wild on the side of the road and we just dump our banana skins around the plants in the garden . You can also make a banana peel tea fertilizer by filling a mason jar with water, and adding the banana peel. Close the lid and let it sit for about 2 days and then water your aloe plant.