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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in full sun to partial shade; tolerates mild afternoon shade in hot, arid regions
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5 cm of soil dries out; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C with winter mulch; optimal growing temperature ranges from 15–25°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Linear, sword-shaped, bright green foliage arranged in dense fan-like clumps
- Flower: Tubular orange to red-orange blooms borne on arching, branched spikes
- Stem: Erect, slender green stems that support the flowering spikes
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistently moist soil; water during extended dry spells
Fertilization
Apply balanced granular fertilizer once every 4 weeks. Discontinue fertilization after flowering to support dormancy
Banana peel compost tea：Compost banana peels for 2–3 weeks, steep in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench to promote bloom productionPruning
- Deadhead spent flower spikes regularly to encourage prolonged blooming
- Cut back all foliage to ground level after the first autumn frost
- Divide overcrowded clumps every 3–4 years in early spring to maintain plant health
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no recorded toxicity symptoms
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse health effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental garden plant, cut flower arrangements
