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Haworthia 'Big Band'

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Haworthia 'Big Band'

Genus

Haworthia

Family

Asphodelaceae

Order

Asparagales

How to care for Haworthia 'Big Band'

💦 Water

How often to water your Haworthia 'Big Band'

Haworthia 'Big Band' 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 Haworthia 'Big Band' in your home

Haworthia 'Big Band' 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 Haworthia 'Big Band' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Haworthia 'Big Band'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Haworthia 'Big Band': 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 Haworthia 'Big Band' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Haworthia 'Big Band' 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.

Haworthia 'Big Band' Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Haworthia 'Big Band' 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 🏡.

Haworthia 'Big Band' Light Requirements →

Haworthia 'Big Band' Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

Haworthia 'Big Band' 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.

Haworthia 'Big Band' Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Haworthia 'Big Band' 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 Haworthia 'Big Band' →

When and How to Successfully Repot Haworthia 'Big Band' →

💩 Fertilizer

Haworthia 'Big Band' 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 Haworthia 'Big Band' →

❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Haworthia 'Big Band' 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

Haworthia 'Big Band' is native to Southern Africa.

🧐 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.