A small slow-growing rosette of stiff dark green pointed leaves banded with raised white tubercle stripes like zebra markings. A tough, pet-safe windowsill gem that tolerates lower light than most succulents.
At a glance
- Plant type: Succulent
- Mature size: 12 cm H × 12 cm W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Zebra Plant
Haworthiopsis fasciata is a slow-growing succulent in the Asphodelaceae family. It reaches around 12 cm tall and 12 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in summer.
Where to grow Zebra Plant
Zebra Plant suits arid and semi-arid, warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is a sought-after collector's plant.
Soil & planting
Zebra Plant does best in sandy and free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Zebra Plant is very drought tolerant once established, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Zebra Plant after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Zebra Plant in the garden
Zebra Plant earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Zebra Plant with other plants that enjoy the same very drought tolerant and arid and semi-arid climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Zebra Plant
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