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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires full sun exposure for 6+ hours daily for optimal blooming; tolerates partial sun but produces fewer flowers
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top 2 cm of soil dries out; avoid waterlogging to prevent corm rot
Temperature
Hardy to 5°C; protect from hard frosts in colder regions; thrives in cool spring temperatures for flowering
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, grass-like linear leaves, bright green, emerging alongside flower stalks
- Flower: Funnel-shaped blooms, pale lilac to white with yellow throats, closed during overcast or cool weather
- Bulb: Small, corm-like underground storage structure that goes dormant in summer
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active spring growth; reduce watering as foliage begins to yellow
Fertilization
Apply diluted balanced liquid feed once during early active growth. Use a low-nitrogen feed to prioritize corm development over foliage growth
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly over soil surface in early spring; avoid direct contact with corms to prevent irritationPruning
- Remove spent flower heads promptly to conserve corm energy for next year's blooms
- Trim yellowing foliage only after it has fully died back naturally in late spring
- Thin overcrowded corms every 2–3 years in early autumn to maintain blooming vigor
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: No known toxic effects on cats per ASPCA guidelines
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental rock garden plant, container accent, and wildflower meadow addition
