Aloe haworthioides

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Aloe haworthioides (Baker): A tricky Aloe with lots of silvery hairs. It's tricky because it very much resembles Haworthia until it blooms with typical Aloe flowers. This plant produces many small rosettes that form a clump given time and the silvery hairs give this clump a frosted look.

Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Plant in-ground or pick containers with drainage holes. Use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.

Full Aloe Guide

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Purple / Black

All Seasonal Colors

Green

Bloom Color

Orange Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Filtered / Partial Sun, Full Sun

Maximum Height

3"-5"

Maximum Rosette Size

3"-4"

Growth Habit / Shape

Clumping / Mounding, Loose Rosette

Special Characteristic

Lots of Offsets, Slow Grower

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

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3 years ago

If protected from rain and frost. How cold can soft succulents handle? See answer

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3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Most soft succulents can only survive temperatures down to 30°F. However, some can go down to 25°F. See full answer »

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3 years ago

Can I plant this with sempervivum/winter dormant succulents? See answer

Hello! I'm trying to put together my own (pet-safe) little succulent arrangement and I was wondering if this would be fine to plant with some echevierias and sepervivums? Thank you! See more »

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3 years ago  •  Staff Answer

That depends on your climate and where you intend to keep your succulent arrangement. All three of these are going to want lots of sunshine, but the Sempervivum really needs to be outdoors to thrive. The Echeveria and Sedum nussbaumerianum, however, will not tolerate frost, so if you're in a climate that gets temperatures below freezing, this is not a compatible arrangement. Your best bet might be the Pet-Safe Trifecta linked below. It's a DiY planting kit with three compatible succulent varieties, all of which are pet-safe.
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2 years ago

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

That depends on how many you want! Right above the "ADD TO CART" button, there is a box with a little "1" in it to the right of "Qty.". You can use the "+" and "-" buttons on the right side of this box to change the number of plants you'll get in that order. Keep in mind that some plants have a maximum purchase quantity while others, like Sedum nussbaumerianum, do not.

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1 year ago

Can this handle full direct outdoor sun in Austin, TX? See answer

All of my potted succulents on the section of my porch that receives full direct sunlight in 90-100+ temps die quickly or get sunburned. Will this survive those conditions? See more »

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

It's possible that, if properly acclimated to those conditions, Sedum nussbaumerianum would survive. However, afternoon shade when it gets very hot would be ideal. For very sunny and hot conditions, you may want to stick to Agave and cacti. See full answer »

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12 months ago

is this plant a perennial in zone 8 See answer

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12 months ago  •  Staff Answer

No. Sedum nussbaumerianum is not hardy and cannot take a frost. Be sure to read the "product details" on this plant for even more tips. See full answer »

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3 years ago

what size are the pots of seedum spurium, s cauticola, s dasyphyllum, and s makinol? See answer

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We sell all of these species in 2 inch pots. See full answer »

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4 years ago

What kind of soil should I use with succulents? See answer

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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.

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4 years ago

When should I plant my succulents after they arrive? See answer

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Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.

Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.

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4 years ago

Do I need to fertilize succulents? See answer

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4 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.

Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength

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Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.

HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS

• Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
• Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
• Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…

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