Is Small Star-of-bethlehem safe for pets?

Yes, Small Star-of-bethlehem (Gagea Pusilla) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Small Star-of-bethlehem easy to care for?

Small Star-of-bethlehem has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Small Star-of-bethlehem grow indoors?

Small Star-of-bethlehem is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Small Star-of-bethlehem (Gagea Pusilla) is a perennial bulb in the Liliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Gagea pusilla is a small Eurasian bulbous perennial plant in the lily family.

Last updated: February 2026

Small Star-of-bethlehem

Gagea Pusilla

Gagea pusilla is a small Eurasian bulbous perennial plant in the lily family.

Quick Facts

Type

bulb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

3-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, early spring interest

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Small Star-of-bethlehem

Jan

Prune

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Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Liliaceae

Genus:Gagea