Author: Neon

  • Spring Crops Story Of Seasons Grand Bazaar

    CropGrowth PeriodYieldSale Price
    Broccoli6 Days345G
    Cabbage7 Days1470G
    Cherry14 Days6140G
    Daikon Radish4 Days1280G
    Onion6 Days1250G
    Orange14 Days7138G
    Potato6 Days460G
    Radish5 Days450G
    Rice11 Days570G
    Soybean9 Days565G
    Tea Leaves9 Days570G
    Strawberry8 Days3120G
    Turnip4 Days1200G
    Wheat9 Days575G
  • Haworthia cooperi

    Okay, let’s talk about Haworthia cooperi! Here’s a breakdown of what makes this succulent so special:

    • It grows well in Geelong outdoors
    • It grows well indoors
    • They are gorgeous
    • It’s easy care
    • Drought tolerant

    What is it?

    • Haworthia cooperi is a species of succulent plant in the Asphodelaceae family (related to Aloe and Gasteria). It’s native to South Africa.
    • It’s highly sought after by succulent collectors, particularly for its unique appearance.

    Key Characteristics & Appearance:

    • Translucent “Windows”: The most distinctive feature is the translucent patches on its leaves – these are called “windows.” They allow sunlight to penetrate deeper into the leaf tissue for photosynthesis. This is a key adaptation to the harsh South African sun.
    • Leaf Shape: Leaves are thick, fleshy, and often diamond-shaped or oval. They grow in a rosette pattern.
    • Coloration: The color varies depending on light exposure. Plants grown in brighter conditions tend to have more pronounced windows and a greener hue. Those grown in lower light can become almost entirely white (an “albo” variety – see below).
    • Size: They are relatively small, typically growing 2-4 inches in diameter.

    Cultivation & Care:

    • Light: Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal. Too much direct sun especially afternoon sun can scorch the leaves.
    • Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common issue that Haworthia dislike. Reduce watering significantly in winter and if outdoors don’t water.
    • Soil: Well-draining succulent or cactus mix is essential.
    • Temperature: Prefers moderate temperatures 10-27°C outside these ranges for any extended period they’ll go dormant. Protect from frost.
    • Propagation: Can be propagated through offsets (small plantlets that grow at the base of the mother plant).

  • Faucaria felina – Tiger Jaws

    Faucaria felina – Tiger Jaws

    Does well outside or indoors dislikes full afternoon sun and requires really bright light if indoors hit me up on the forum if you want to do a swap.

    Common Names:
    Cat Chap, Tiger Jaws, Cat Jaws, Wolf-mouth Mesemb

    Description: Faucaria felina iss a compact leaf succulent forming unusual clumps of fleshy, boat-shaped, toothed leaves
    Stem Not mush to see .
    Leaves: Up to 70 mm long, 5-20 mm broad, slender, spreading, rhomboidal, somewhat elongated, tapering gradually, keeled. Margins with 3-5 teeth in the upper half (rarely more or less); teeth broad, fleshy, curved, white or pink ending in papillate awns of 0,5 to 3 mm length. Faces of leaves dark green to grey-green smooth or with indistinct whitish-grey dots, wax cover thin, crystals in the outer walls in certain areas resulting in white dots.
    Flowers: Daisy-like up to 5 cm in diameter.
    Blooming season: Autumn into winter.
    Fruit: Base broadly bell-shaped, top with the valves often raised in the centre, 10-16 mm long, 9-11 mm in diameter.
    Seeds: 1,4-1,5 mm broad.