Soldier-in-the-box (Albuca flaccida)

Soldier-in-the-box

Soldier-in-the-box is a sleek perennial herb, featuring slender, drooping green leaves and a striking stalk that unfurls white to pale yellow flowers. Its bell-shaped blooms, marked with green or blue streaks, may nod under the bright sun of its native rocky slopes and grasslands, showcasing an elegant simplicity that belies its resilience.

Scientific classification

Species

Soldier-in-the-box (Albuca flaccida)

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Herb, Succulent

Plant Type

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Soldier-in-the-box

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Soldier-in-the-box thrives with early spring pruning to eliminate dead foliage and spent blooms, promoting robust growth and vibrant blooms. Techniques include cutting leaves to the base and removing blooms, which enhances appearance and redirects energy back to the bulbs, aligning with its growth cycle.

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