How to Grow Haworthia cooperi? A Roundup of the Most Popular Varieties
Crystal-clear jade is often something people fight over, and among succulents there is one that is just as translucent as jade, called Haworthia cooperi. Its leaves are thick and plump, emerald green, with the upper half transparent or semi-transparent, a feature known as the "window". How do you grow Haworthia cooperi? Let me share some experience with you.
I. How to Grow Haworthia cooperi
1. Haworthia cooperi thrives in a cool, semi-shaded environment. Its main growing period is in the cooler spring and autumn seasons, and it requires a certain level of humidity in the air. Haworthia cooperi is drought-tolerant but not cold-tolerant, and it dislikes high temperatures, humidity and harsh sun, as well as deep shade and waterlogged soil. In cultivation it is generally grown in pots in a greenhouse or planted in beds in the ground.
2. In particular, note that Haworthia cooperi is quite sensitive to light. If the light is too strong, the leaves grow poorly and turn a pale reddish-brown, and sometimes intense direct light can even scorch the leaves, leaving ugly marks.
3. During the growing period, water according to the principle of watering when dry and watering thoroughly when you do. It dislikes waterlogged soil and rain. Do not let it dry out for long periods, otherwise the leaves will shrivel and the leaf color will fade. When the air is dry, you can often spray water on the plant and around it to cool things down.
II. The Most Popular Haworthia cooperi Varieties
There are many varieties of Haworthia cooperi, commonly seen ones include Haworthia cooperi var. leightonii, Haworthia cooperi 'Hime', large Haworthia cooperi, spiny Haworthia cooperi, and so on. The most popular varieties are:
1. Neon Lights Haworthia cooperi
Its distinctive shape has curves like a bullet, with a slightly metallic feel, crystal-diamond translucence, and colorful variegation. At its craziest, a single Neon Lights Haworthia cooperi sold for as much as 10,000 yuan. A well-formed mature Neon Lights Haworthia cooperi can fetch over 200,000 yuan.
2. Ice Lantern Haworthia cooperi
It looks sparkling and glittering, like the ice lanterns of the northern winter, and is called a living sculpture.
3. Haworthia cooperi 'Hime'
Small and cute, not prone to stretching, suitable for beginners
4. Emperor Haworthia cooperi
Crystal clear, with emerald-green leaves that stay emerald green year-round, turning blue-green during dormancy. It likes semi-shade and grows very quickly.
Summary
The above is my introduction to how to grow Haworthia cooperi. In fact, no matter which variety, Haworthia cooperi is especially sensitive to light, so if you want to cultivate excellent Haworthia cooperi, you must control the light well. Come grow Haworthia cooperi along with me.