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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in cool, exposed alpine conditions; tolerates light shade in warmer climates
Watering
Water regularly during dry spring spells; avoid waterlogging, as it prefers fast-draining soil
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; tolerates cool summer temperatures, avoid prolonged heat above 25°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal rosette of oblong to spatulate leaves with toothed margins; stem leaves are smaller, clasping
- Flower: Clusters of small, four-petaled white flowers in upright racemes
- Stem: Slender, ascending stems covered in fine, silvery pubescence
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth and flowering
Fertilization
Light, diluted organic feed once in early spring. Use a balanced, low-nitrogen feed to avoid leggy growth
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve drainagePruning
- Deadhead spent flower racemes promptly to encourage prolonged blooming
- Trim back leggy stems after flowering to maintain a compact, mat-forming shape
- Remove dead or damaged foliage in early spring to promote new growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No toxic effects reported in humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens; pollinator-friendly nectar source for bees and butterflies
