Hello, I'm trying to determine what to do about my aloe. Clearly it needs some help. I think it needs more sunlight. It is in a north facing window so it's probably not getting enough light. I have either an east or west facing window to try it in.

I was going to re-pot it today to improve the soil and just noticed two small pups developing. Should I wait to do anything with it until they are larger?

I've been doing quite a bit of reading on this site about aloes and think I have a plan, but would like some confirmation before I go ahead and proceed.

I've included a picture of the mix I was planning on using. It is a combination of orchid mix, c&s, and lots of perlite. Does the mix look ok or should I add more perlite?

What should I do about the long section where all the leaves have died? Do I trim that off, leave it to scab over and attempt to prompt roots to grow by just setting it on the soil and prop it up straight and mist it regularly? Could I also leave water in the saucer under the pot to aid in the humidity (pot would be propped up on gravel, no way for the water to make it's way into the pot)?

I attempted to re-pot a pup once previously and it just did nothing for a very long time. Any tips to promote it to grow once re-potted?

Also not sure what variety of aloe this is. When I purchased it I thought it was just regular aloe vera. Would love confirmation of this.

I don't have much of a green thumb, but would like to develop one. Most of my plants either die or thrive on neglect. I'm trying again with a few new plants. Just re-potted some succulents i received as a wedding favor and also my christmas cactus that was not doing so hot. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!