Haworthia care guide
Haworthia
Pets and children
We haven't been able to confirm how this plant affects pets or small children. If any is eaten, consult a veterinarian or a doctor.
How often to water Haworthia
- Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep)
- Every 14 days
- In spring, water well about two or three days after the soil dries; growth slows from the rainy season to midsummer, so ease off to about twice a month, in the evening.
- Autumn (Oct–Nov)
- Every 10 days
- Fall is a growing season: water thoroughly once the soil dries, about every 10 days, and wrinkled or dull leaves mean thirst.
- Winter (Dec–Feb)
- Every 3 weeks
- Indoors in winter, water about every three weeks on a mild morning, dropping to once a month below about 5°C.
Light and placement for Haworthia
A spring-fall grower that generally prefers bright shade out of direct sun, such as a window behind a sheer curtain; harsh light turns the leaves reddish brown and scorches them, while too little stretches them thin.
Overwintering Haworthia
Overwintering guide: 3°C (37°F) or above
As a guide, bring it to a bright window when nights fall below about 3°C, pull it back from the cold glass at night, keep it on the dry side, and keep heater drafts off it.
Fertilizing and repotting Haworthia
Fertilizer
Diluted liquid fertilizer about once a month in spring and fall, none in midsummer or winter; too much loosens and stretches the leaves.
When to repot
Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep), Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Common problems with Haworthia
- Direct sun scorches the leaves reddish brown.
- Overwatering rots the roots and it melts from the lower leaves.
- In deep shade the leaves grow long and thin and lose their glow.
Tips for growing Haworthia
- The roots deteriorate, so repot every year or two and trim the old ones.
- Offsets form at the base; detach them at repotting to multiply.
- For clear leaf windows, keep it in bright shade and not too dry.
These are AI-generated general guidelines. They vary with the variety, the placement and the pot size. For effects on pets or children, consult a veterinarian or a doctor.
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