{"product_id":"senecio-haworthii-mont-blanc","title":"Senecio Haworthii Mont Blanc","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio Haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Mont Blanc' | Woolly Senecio | A Living Sculpture in White\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Succulent That Looks as Though It Has Been Covered in Fresh Snow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFew succulents are as immediately recognisable as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Mont Blanc'. Its upright stems are clothed in dense, silvery-white leaves covered with a soft, felt-like layer of fine hairs, giving the entire plant the appearance of freshly fallen snow. It is this remarkable foliage—not its flowers—that has made it one of the most sought-after white succulents among collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to the arid landscapes of South Africa, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has evolved to thrive where intense sunlight, drying winds and prolonged drought are part of everyday life. The cultivar 'Mont Blanc' is particularly admired for its exceptionally bright white indumentum, compact habit and refined appearance, making it one of the finest selections of this remarkable species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e belongs to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsteraceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the daisy family, one of the largest and most diverse plant families on Earth. Although the species has recently been transferred by some botanists to the genus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaputia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains the standard in horticulture and among collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe species is endemic to the Western and Eastern Cape Provinces of South Africa, where it grows on rocky, well-drained slopes in regions characterised by cool, wetter winters and warm, dry summers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe striking white hairs covering the leaves are not merely ornamental. They reflect intense sunlight, reduce leaf temperature, minimise water loss and protect the plant from ultraviolet radiation. They also trap a thin insulating layer of still air around each leaf, allowing the plant to survive conditions that would quickly desiccate many other succulents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Plant Stands Out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\" data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional snow-white velvety foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected cultivar with particularly dense white indumentum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSculptural upright growth that becomes increasingly attractive with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent contrast within succulent collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow-growing and naturally compact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly drought tolerant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to cultivate in bright indoor conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fascinating example of natural adaptation to arid environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganically cultivated for long-term health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive collector's plant from TOMs FLOWer CLUB.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Mont Blanc'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Woolly Senecio, Cocoon Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant family:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Asteraceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cultivated selection of a South African species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Succulent shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Upright, slowly branching, eventually forming compact clumps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slow to moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 20–40 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cylindrical, fleshy leaves densely covered in brilliant white woolly hairs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright yellow daisy-like flowers on upright stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Usually late spring to summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slight to none\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dense white protective indumentum, sculptural architecture and year-round ornamental value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector value:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highly prized for its unique foliage, rarity and striking contrast within succulent collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable location:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sunny windowsill, conservatory, greenhouse or protected outdoor position during warm months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Insight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the first things people want to do is touch the leaves. That reaction is completely understandable, but experienced growers usually resist the temptation. The delicate white coating is a remarkable natural adaptation that protects the plant from the harsh African sun, and repeated handling can permanently damage its pristine appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother lesson \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e teaches is that slower growth almost always produces the finest specimens. Plants that are grown conservatively, with moderate watering and restrained feeding, remain compact, brilliantly white and beautifully proportioned. Those forced into rapid growth often become greener, softer and lose much of the character that makes this cultivar so desirable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivation Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide the brightest location possible, ideally with several hours of direct morning or late afternoon sun. High light levels encourage dense, compact growth and help maintain the brilliant white foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal temperatures range between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–28 °C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Protect the plant from frost and prolonged cold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly, then allow the substrate to dry almost completely before watering again. Overwatering is by far the most common cause of failure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry air and good ventilation are preferred. High humidity combined with poor airflow may encourage fungal problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly permeable, mineral-rich substrate is essential. Fast drainage ensures oxygen reaches the roots and closely mimics the plant's natural habitat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed sparingly during active growth. Excess nitrogen encourages elongated, greener growth and reduces the compact snowy appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot only when necessary, generally every two to three years, using a free-draining succulent mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropagation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReadily propagated from stem cuttings after allowing the cut surface to dry before planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDormancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth naturally slows during cooler winter months and during periods of extreme summer heat. Reduce watering accordingly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe greatest mistake is excessive care. Too much water, rich compost and heavy fertilisation almost always produce weaker, less attractive plants. The healthiest specimens are usually those grown under bright light, with excellent drainage and a little patience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivated with Care at TOMs FLOWer CLUB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Mont Blanc' at TOMs FLOWer CLUB is cultivated according to a simple philosophy: healthy plants begin with healthy roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than accelerating growth through intensive fertilisation, each plant is grown slowly in a carefully prepared, self-mixed permeable organic substrate. This allows the root system to establish naturally, resulting in compact growth, long-term vitality and the beautifully dense white foliage that collectors appreciate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality before quantity has always been the guiding principle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSenecio haworthii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Mont Blanc' shown in the photographs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, established in its pot and cultivated in TOMs FLOWer CLUB's carefully prepared organic substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs show the actual plant size you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"tomsflowerclub.ch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56773779620226,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/7734\/3406\/files\/Senecio-Haworthii-Mont-Blanc-succulent-TOMs-FLOWer-CLUB-5.jpg?v=1784278977","url":"https:\/\/tomsflowerclub.ch\/products\/senecio-haworthii-mont-blanc","provider":"tomsflowerclub.ch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}