How to Grow and Care for Spanish dagger

Spanish dagger , also known as Adam's needle, Spanish dagger 'Variegata'

Spanish dagger is generally easy to care for, thriving in well-draining soil and full to partial sunlight. Special care should be given to watering; spanish dagger is drought-tolerant and excessive moisture can lead to root rot. During the growing season, it benefits from a balanced, slow-release fertilizer but requires little maintenance outside of this. Avoid over-watering and provide ample sunlight for a healthy, resilient plant.

Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Pets

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Planting and Growing Spanish dagger

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	7-10
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Spanish dagger is an ornamental perennial showcasing lance-shaped leaves that are about 2 feet (60 cm) long with distinctive cream-colored edges. These margins take on a pinkish hue in cooler weather. This slow-growing species forms dense clumps that can reach 6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters) in height and spread 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) wide. The striking variegation requires full sun to develop fully and thrives in well-drained soils with sparse watering. Spanish dagger is also remarkably cold-hardy, enduring temperatures down to 0 °F (-18 °C) or slightly lower.

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