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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, rocky meadow conditions without supplemental shade
Watering
Water deeply only when the top 5–7 cm of soil is fully dry; drought-tolerant once bulbs are established
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; tolerates hot summer temperatures as long as soil drainage is adequate
Characteristics
- Leaf: Linear, grass-like bright green foliage emerging from underground bulbs
- Flower: Umbel of 5–20 star-shaped white flowers with pale greenish-yellow centers
- Bulb: Small ovoid bulbs covered in thin papery brown tunics
Care Guide
Watering
Water every 7–10 days during active growth to support bulb and flower development
Fertilization
Apply diluted balanced organic feed once at bulb emergence. Do not over-fertilize, as excess nutrients can reduce flowering in subsequent seasons
Eggshell powder top-dress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly around the base of plants in early spring; avoid direct contact with foliage to prevent burningPruning
- Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to prevent unwanted self-seeding if desired
- Trim yellowing foliage only after it has died back naturally to allow nutrients to return to the bulbs
- Thin overcrowded bulbs every 3–4 years in early spring to maintain plant vigor and flowering
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Toxic; contains thiosulfate compounds that can cause hemolytic anemia, vomiting, and diarrhea
Humans: Ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal irritation including nausea and abdominal cramping; no severe systemic risk
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental meadow plant; often misidentified as edible wild garlic, posing accidental ingestion risk
