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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright full to partial sun; morning sun is ideal, avoid scorching midday summer sun to prevent leaf burn
Watering
Water deeply only when the entire soil medium is completely dry; avoid standing water to prevent root rot
Temperature
Thrives in 15–25°C; protect from frost below 5°C to prevent leaf tissue damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Ruffled, fleshy blue-green leaves with pink edges, forming tight, symmetrical rosettes
- Flower: Bell-shaped coral-pink blooms on thin, upright stalks up to 30 cm tall
- Stem: Short, woody central stem that produces offsets to form clumping colonies over time
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 5 cm of soil is fully dry; ensure excess water drains completely from pot holes
Fertilization
Diluted succulent fertilizer once monthly. Use a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer diluted to half strength to avoid leaf burn
Eggshell powder top dressing：Grind dried, rinsed eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle a thin layer on soil surface to boost calcium content without burning rootsPruning
- Remove dried, dead leaves from the base of the rosette to eliminate pest hiding spots
- Trim spent flower stalks at the base after blooming to redirect energy to rosette growth
- Separate healthy offsets in spring to propagate new plants and reduce overcrowding
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Humans: No known toxicity to humans; safe for handling and accidental ingestion
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental succulent for container gardens, rockeries, and succulent arrangements
