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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun exposure for optimal flowering; tolerates light partial shade in hot summer climates
Watering
Water deeply when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; prefers cool to temperate growing conditions with mild summer temperatures
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, gray-green linear leaves arranged in dense rosettes
- Flower: Clusters of tiny four-petaled pale pink to white blooms
- Stem: Slender trailing stems that form a low, spreading mat
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 4 weeks. Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer to prevent leggy stem growth
Eggshell powder top-dressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface and water in to release nutrientsPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to extend the flowering period
- Trim back leggy stems after flowering to maintain a compact mat shape
- Remove yellow or damaged leaves to improve airflow and plant appearance
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover for rock gardens, alpine beds, and container edges
