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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial sun; intense direct sunlight enhances the pink-red leaf edge coloration
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Extremely cold-hardy; tolerates summer heat up to 30°C with adequate airflow
Characteristics
- Leaf: Tight rosettes of fleshy, pointed leaves with pink-red edges and green centers; color intensifies in full sun
- Flower: Star-shaped pink to red blooms on tall, thin stalks; single bloom per rosette before the parent rosette dies
- Stem: Short, creeping stolons produce offset "chicks" around the parent rosette for clumping growth
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply only when the top 5 cm of soil is fully dry; reduce watering during extreme heatwaves
Fertilization
Diluted succulent fertilizer once every 2 months. Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer to promote compact rosette growth
Eggshell powder top-dress：Crush dried, rinsed eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on the soil surface to add calcium without risking root burnPruning
- Remove dead, brown outer leaves from rosettes to maintain a tidy appearance
- Trim spent flower stalks after blooming to redirect energy to new offset "chicks"
- Thin overcrowded rosettes to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental succulent for rock gardens, container arrangements, green roofs, and xeriscaping
