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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates hot, arid growing conditions
Watering
Drought-tolerant; water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to fully dry between waterings
Temperature
Cold-hardy to -15°C; withstands summer heat up to 35°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal rosette of woolly, lance-shaped gray-green leaves
- Flower: Clustered umbels of tiny white to pale pink blooms, fading to rusty brown
- Stem: Erect, slender branching stems with minimal upper foliage
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply every 7–10 days during prolonged dry spells
Fertilization
No regular fertilization required. Native plants thrive in low-fertility soils; avoid synthetic fertilizers
Crushed eggshell powder：Sprinkle lightly around the base to enhance drainage; do not overapply to avoid soil alkalinityPruning
- Trim spent flower stems after blooming to maintain tidy growth
- Thin overcrowded clumps in early spring to improve airflow
- Remove dead basal foliage in late winter to prepare for new growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Native pollinator habitat; ornamental xeric garden plant
