Widow’s Cross, Widow’s Thrill

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 1 to 2 feet tall, presenting Thick, fleshy leaves, often green or reddish in color along with Star-shaped flowers, typically pink to reddish;, followed by Capsule type fruit that contains small seeds. These features are supported by a reliable Shallow, fibrous roots, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to Europe and parts of Asia, Widow’s Cross, Widow’s Thrill thrives in Prefers rocky hillsides and well-drained soil at elevations around Generally found at low to moderate elevations. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 3 to 9. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Widow’s Cross, Widow’s Thrill, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Well-drained, sandy or gritty soil with a soil pH of about 6.0 to 7.0.

Widow’s Cross, Widow’s Thrill needs watering,Moderate; allows soil to dry out between waterings, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Dry to moderately moist, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Water at the base to avoid waterlogged leaves supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Widow’s Cross, Widow’s Thrill performs best within 15 F to 85 F (-9 C to 29 C). Its ideal growth occurs at around 65 F to 75 F (18 C to 24 C), though it tolerates ranges from Can tolerate down to 0 F (-18 C) but prefers warmer conditions. Additionally, maintaining Prefers low to moderate humidity encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with General-purpose fertilizer or compost at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost can be added to improve soil structure enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves may indicate nitrogen deficiency helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Early spring or late autumn for Cut back dead or damaged stems tidies its appearance, while Every 2 to 3 years or when root-bound may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase pot size by 2 inches or more increase and a fresh Cactus/succulent mix or amend regular potting soil with sand. for Staking or Support. None required.

During Dormant in winter, growth may slow and some Some leaves may die back, especially in the winter, with others turning reddish in fall can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider By seeds or leaf cuttings and provide Warm temperatures with light for germination when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Take stem cuttings and allow to callus before planting in well-draining soil to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisWidow’s Cross, Widow’s Thrill problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, mealybugs and remain vigilant against Root rot if overwatered. Implementing Avoid overwatering and improve air circulation and applying Insecticidal soap for pests; repotting in dry soil for rot when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Other succulents, ornamental grasses and shows Generally not allelopathic, making it a flexible choice for various Rock gardens, borders, ground cover.

the Edible Parts: Leaves and flowers (young, tender parts). Toxicty of Widow’s Cross, Widow’s Thrill, Generally considered non-toxic. learning about its Spring and early summer, harvest by picking leaves, Used in salads or as garnishes, and Contains vitamins A and C, and is low in calories can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Historically used for wounds and inflammations or note its Associated with folklore regarding protection against evil spirits.

With an Not evaluated but generally abundant, proper Cultivation in gardens to preserve species and prevent habitat loss