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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates intense afternoon sun in cooler regions; avoid dense full shade to prevent leggy growth
Watering
Water deeply only when the top 10–15 cm of soil is completely dry; avoid standing water to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; tolerates high summer heat; protect from prolonged, severe frost to prevent foliage damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Fleshy linear-lanceolate leaves with toothed margins; gray-green, arranged in tight basal rosettes
- Flower: Creamy white bell-shaped blooms on tall branching spikes; fragrant in evening
- Stem: Short underground rhizome; rigid, tall flowering spike emerges from rosette center
Care Guide
Watering
Water every 7–10 days when soil is fully dry; avoid overwatering
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 2 months. Avoid over-fertilizing, as it can cause soft, weak foliage prone to pest damage
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle a thin layer on the soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve soil drainage; avoid direct contact with foliagePruning
- Remove spent flowering spikes after blooms fade to redirect energy to foliage growth
- Trim brown, damaged leaf tips with clean shears to maintain rosette appearance
- Divide overcrowded rosettes in early spring to propagate new plants and reduce competition
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Toxic due to saponins; may cause vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, abdominal discomfort
Humans: Contains saponins; ingestion causes oral irritation and stomach upset; sap may irritate skin on contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental xeriscape plant; cut flowering spikes for dried floral arrangements
