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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best growth but tolerates partial shade. Ensure adequate light for flowering.
Watering
Provide moderate water, ensuring consistent soil moisture without waterlogging. Reduce watering during dormancy.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil; adaptable to various soil types including loamy or sandy loam.
Temperature
Hardy in temperate climates, thriving in temperatures between 15-25 °C. Tolerates frost when dormant.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally low fertilizer needs. Apply a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer in early spring if soil is poor.
Prefers full sun for best growth but tolerates partial shade. Ensure adequate light for flowering.
Provide moderate water, ensuring consistent soil moisture without waterlogging. Reduce watering during dormancy.
Well-drained, fertile soil; adaptable to various soil types including loamy or sandy loam.
Hardy in temperate climates, thriving in temperatures between 15-25 °C. Tolerates frost when dormant.
Outdoor
Generally low fertilizer needs. Apply a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer in early spring if soil is poor.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
30-60 cm
Spread
15-30 cm
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Late summer to winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
2-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
Yes
Contains N-propyl disulfide, which can cause hemolytic anemia in pets, particularly dogs, cats, and horses. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and weakness.
