{"product_id":"duval-haworthia-haworthia-retusa-duval","title":"Duval Haworthia - Haworthia retusa 'Duval'","description":"\u003cp\u003eDuval Haworthia (\u003cem\u003eHaworthia retusa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Duval') is a tiny, low growing succulent, about 10cm tall and wide, with fat, deep green leaves that are almost translucent. The tips are pointed and curve back, and the plant matures into a neat, geometric, glassy rosette. It is made for a small pot on a bright windowsill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlassy, see-through leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pale translucent patches in the leaf tips catch the light and give the rosette a jewel-like look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiny and tidy.\u003c\/strong\u003e At around 10cm it fits a shelf, a desk or a miniature succulent display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun or shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e The translucent areas let more light reach the centre of the plant, so it grows well in both shade and sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care.\u003c\/strong\u003e It asks for little water, a gritty mix and a spot with good light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Haworthia is not considered toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindowsills and desks.\u003c\/strong\u003e A small pot in bright light is the classic home. Rotate the pot occasionally so the rosette grows evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiniature succulent displays.\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine it in a shallow bowl with other small succulents. Space plants 10cm apart so the rosettes stay visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrost-free gardens only.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you grow it outside, it needs neutral or alkaline soil and a site without frost. In acidic soil, or anywhere frosty, keep it in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Duval Haworthia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. Protect it from frost. Outdoors it suits frost-free subtropical, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens, and in colder places it is better kept as a potted plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil in pots or in the garden. Outdoors it needs neutral or alkaline soil, so avoid acidic ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Like most succulents, haworthias need little water. Weekly watering during the warmer months keeps plants looking lush. Fertilise in spring with an organic liquid feed mixed at half rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None is needed. If the pot becomes crowded as pups develop, lift the young plants and re-pot them or share them with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuval Haworthia is sold as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. As a tiny succulent it arrives very small, so pot it into a free-draining mix and let it settle before it puts on growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/succulents\"\u003eBrowse our succulents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-repot-your-plants-like-a-pro\"\u003eHow to repot your plants like a pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eMore indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I plant Duval Haworthia in the garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly in a frost-free site with neutral or alkaline, free-draining soil. Most gardeners will do better keeping it in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves see-through?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe translucent areas let more light into the centre of the plant. That is why it grows well in shade as well as sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeekly in the warmer months, which keeps it looking lush, and less in cool weather. Make sure the pot drains freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790335869247,"sku":"HAW-RET-DUVAL-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/duval-haworthia-haworthia-retusa-duval.jpg?v=1792207693","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/duval-haworthia-haworthia-retusa-duval","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}