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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates filtered light in hot summer regions
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth; reduce watering once foliage yellows and enters dormancy
Temperature
Hardy to USDA zones 7–10; tolerates mild frost during dormant winter period
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, grass-like basal leaves, linear, up to 45 cm long, fading before flowering begins
- Flower: Star-shaped, 1–2 cm wide, in terminal umbels of 10–50 blooms; colors range from pale blue to violet
- Stem: Slender, erect, smooth flowering stalks rising above the basal foliage
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth and flowering
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 2 weeks. Use a low-strength, balanced fertilizer to support bloom production
Composted coffee grounds tea：Use fully composted coffee grounds diluted 1:20 with water for root drenching; avoid raw grounds to prevent soil acidity spikesPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to prevent unwanted self-seeding if desired
- Remove yellowed, dormant foliage in late summer to maintain garden tidiness
- Divide overcrowded bulb clusters every 3–4 years in autumn to promote healthy growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental garden plant, cut flower for floral arrangements
