Zebra haworthia care guide
Haworthiopsis fasciata
Also known as: Haworthia fasciata
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 Zebra haworthia
- Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep)
- Every 14 days
- In spring, water thoroughly a few days after the soil dries, as a guide; growth slows from the rainy season to midsummer, so water once or twice a month in the evening.
- Autumn (Oct–Nov)
- Every 10 days
- Fall is a growing season: water well once the soil dries, about every 10 days, and the stiff leaves tolerate drought, so wait when in doubt.
- Winter (Dec–Feb)
- Every 3 weeks
- In winter, a light watering about every three weeks on a mild morning is enough, as a guide.
Light and placement for Zebra haworthia
A spring-fall grower that generally likes bright shade to gentle sun; it takes more light than most haworthias, though midsummer sun turns it reddish brown, and it grows well at a bright window indoors.
Overwintering Zebra 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, keep it on the dry side to handle the cold, and pull it away from the glass at night.
Fertilizing and repotting Zebra haworthia
Fertilizer
It needs only a little: diluted liquid fertilizer about once a month in spring and fall, none in midsummer or winter, since too much makes the plant loose.
When to repot
Spring–Summer (Mar–Sep), Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Common problems with Zebra haworthia
- Overwatering rots the roots and the leaves go brown and soft.
- Midsummer sun scorches the leaves reddish brown.
- On a dim shelf the leaves thin and stretch and the stripes fade.
Tips for growing Zebra haworthia
- Offsets cluster at the base; separate them at repotting.
- Reddening leaves mean too much light; move it a little into shade.
- Many plants sold under this name are the close relative Haworthiopsis attenuata; care is the same.
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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