How much does a Haworthia cooperi plant cost? Care methods introduced
Haworthia cooperi is a succulent plant of the genus Haworthia, native to Africa, small and cute, deeply loved by succulent enthusiasts. So, how much does a Haworthia cooperi plant cost? How should Haworthia cooperi be grown? Let's find out together!
I. How much does a Haworthia cooperi plant cost?
The price of Haworthia cooperi is generally around 10 yuan to 40 yuan per plant, but this depends on the size of the Haworthia cooperi. Smaller Haworthia cooperi plants cost around 10 yuan, larger ones with a diameter of over 5 cm generally cost more than 20 yuan, and even larger Haworthia cooperi plants cost 40 yuan or even more. There is another situation that is more expensive: when Haworthia cooperi develops variegation, the price becomes higher, over a hundred yuan.
II. Factors affecting the price of Haworthia cooperi
1. Appearance
Haworthia cooperi with a beautiful shape and bright colors is more expensive; ordinary Haworthia cooperi costs around 20 yuan.
2. Market
Due to the fondness of succulent enthusiasts, sometimes people's enthusiasm for buying Haworthia cooperi is high, which drives up the price of Haworthia cooperi.
3. Growth
Because Haworthia cooperi grows relatively slowly, mature plants are more expensive.
III. Care methods for Haworthia cooperi
1. Light
Haworthia cooperi likes light but is not tolerant of direct sunlight. It should usually be placed in a relatively bright and ventilated location. If the light is too strong, the leaves will not grow well, the color will turn light brown, and worse, the leaves may even be scorched, which is not good for viewing. If there is not enough light, the plant will become loose, and the translucency of the leaves will also be greatly reduced.
2. Water
The growing season of Haworthia cooperi is mainly spring and autumn. Usually, water only after the soil dries out. In summer, the amount of watering should be reduced; usually we can just spray water on the leaves. In winter, it should be placed in a sunny place, and watering should also be reduced.
3. Soil
The soil for Haworthia cooperi should be well aerated. It is best to mix perlite, peat and coal cinder, then add pumice and vermiculite. The surface of the soil can be covered with a layer of granular river sand, and a layer of ceramsite can be placed at the bottom of the pot.
4. Maintenance
Usually in summer, because the temperature is too high, Haworthia cooperi will enter a dormant state. At this time, the plant grows slowly or stops growing, and the lower leaves will gradually dry up. At this time, watering should be appropriately reduced; it is only necessary to water a little around the edge of the pot each month, because in a high-temperature environment, too much watering can easily breed bacteria and cause root rot. But if it is never watered, the plant's dormant period will also be prolonged.
The above is an introduction to how much a succulent Haworthia cooperi costs per plant and how to grow Haworthia cooperi. Haworthia cooperi is small and cute. If you love succulents, go buy a pot and plant one!