Worm Plant Care

Worm Plants, like many other succulent types, love sunshine but can be scorched by the sun if sat in a lot of direct light so it is about finding the right balance.

Make sure that your Worm Plant doesn’t sit in too much water as this can very quickly lead to root rot. Before watering, check that the top few centimetres of the soil is completely dry. In winter, watering once a month or so should suffice or you may start to see signs that your Worm Plant is dying.

One great thing about Worm Plants is that they survive well in the natural temperature of your home, in both summer and winter. They aren’t super sensitive to the cold so don’t worry about your plant not making it through the colder seasons.

It is important that if you do fertilise your Worm Plant, that you only do so in spring and summer. We recommend using a specific fertiliser designed for succulents.

When caring for a Worm Plant, one thing you don’t need to worry about is trying to increase humidity levels. If anything, they thrive better in dry air so keep them away from bathrooms and kitchens where the natural humidity level is higher.

One thing you don’t need to worry about when caring for a Worm Plant is repotting. They don’t mind their roots being a little crowded so can happily grow in the same pot for a few years. When you do repot, handle the roots and plant gently to avoid damage.

Be slightly careful about where you place your Worm Plants if you have a pet because they can be a little toxic if digested.

Worm Plants are actually one of the easiest succulents to propagate and you will have great success doing it. Place the cuttings in slightly moist soil in a bright spot. Avoid placing them in direct light as this will scorch the entire cutting.

If you spot signs that your Worm Plant is dying, then we recommend taking cuttings from a healthy section of your plant in case you aren’t able to revive the parent plant.