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Assorted Haworthia

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Haworthia spp.

Genus

Haworthia

Family

Asphodelaceae

Order

Asparagales

How to care for Assorted Haworthia

💦 Water

How often to water your Assorted Haworthia

Assorted Haworthia needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Assorted Haworthia in your home

Assorted Haworthia may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Assorted Haworthia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Assorted Haworthia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Assorted Haworthia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Assorted Haworthia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Assorted Haworthia is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Assorted Haworthia →

Common Assorted Haworthia Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Assorted Haworthia thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Assorted Haworthia Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Assorted Haworthia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Assorted Haworthia is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

💨 Humidity

Assorted Haworthia prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Assorted Haworthia Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Assorted Haworthia is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Assorted Haworthia →

When and How to Successfully Repot Assorted Haworthia →

💩 Fertilizer

Assorted Haworthia grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Assorted Haworthia →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Assorted Haworthia to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Assorted Haworthia is native to Southern Africa.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Assorted Haworthia bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Assorted Haworthia grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

How and When to Prune Assorted Haworthia →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Assorted Haworthia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Assorted Haworthia Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Assorted Haworthia can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Assorted Haworthia →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Assorted Haworthia. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!