Enneapogon decipiens prefers infrequent watering, mimicking its arid native habitat. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.

In its natural environment, it survives long dry periods, so err on the side of underwatering, especially during cooler months.

Pruning is primarily for aesthetic appeal and to encourage new growth. In late winter or early spring, before new growth emerges, cut back the old, dried foliage to about 5-10 cm above the ground.

This tidies the plant and allows fresh shoots to emerge unimpeded.

Propagation is best achieved through division of established clumps in spring. Carefully dig up the plant and separate the root ball into smaller sections, ensuring each section has roots and shoots.

Replant these divisions immediately into well-draining soil.

Enneapogon decipiens is not typically grown in containers that require frequent repotting due to its natural preference for well-drained, open conditions. If grown in a pot, repot only when the plant becomes root-bound, usually every 2-3 years, in spring, using a gritty, free-draining compost.