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Astroloba herrei
Also Known As
- Astroloba dodsoniana
- Haworthia dodsoniana
- Haworthia harlandiana
- Astroloba
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Astroloba herrei plant details
Astroloba herrei is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Astroloba herrei
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Astroloba herrei
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Astroloba herrei plant
How to Grow Astroloba herrei
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 6"-9"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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