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    Haworthia retusa

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 2"-3"
    • W: 3"-6"

    planting zones

    • 10a-12

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    Haworthia retusa plant details

    Haworthia retusa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Haworthia retusa

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: asphodelaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
    Flowers: cream blooms in summer
    Uses: dish garden, houseplant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Haworthia retusa

    USDA Zones: 10a - 12
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Haworthia retusa, also called Star Cactus, is an amazing succulent variety with green, transparent striations on triangular leaves growing in a rosette. Displays tiny white flowers on thin stems. Haworthia add a distinctive form and texture in desert landscapes, rock gardens and as houseplants. Grow in sharply drained soil with bright, filtered light. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Haworthia retusa plant

    How to Grow Haworthia retusa

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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