Gasteria nitida, the Bathurst gasteria, is a succulent plant, native to the Eastern Cape grasslands of South Africa. Gasteria nitida is a medium-sized, aloe-like succulent, endemic to the Eastern Cape, growing in grassland regions. It has showy, banded leaves, and grows well in containers or on a rockery.
Gasteria Nitida Care
Gasteria Nitida
Other names: Bathurst-beestong
What is the plant
Humidity
Dry
Lighting
Full Sun
Hardiness zone
9 - 11
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water evenly and generously in the summer, letting the soil media dry out between waterings. In the winter, reduce watering to every other month, but do not stop watering. Never allow water to collect in between the leaves.
Fertilizer
Fertilize during the summer growing season with a cactus fertilizer. Don't feed during the winter.
Sunlight
Part shade.
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Soil
Grow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in a sheltered, sunny site. Protect in winter in cold areas.
Temperature
Tender plant – may be damaged or killed by low temperature.
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