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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; adapted to high-altitude UV radiation exposure
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging in cool, low-temperature conditions
Temperature
Tolerates freezing winter temperatures; prefers cool summer conditions below 20°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Opposite, lanceolate to ovate, serrated margins, gray-green hairy foliage
- Flower: Tubular, bright purple to pink, clustered in dense terminal spikes
- Stem: Erect, hairy, branching near the base to form compact clumps
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; avoid drying out during active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 4 weeks. Use low-strength feed to avoid over-fertilizing fragile alpine foliage
Eggshell powder topdress：Sprinkle a thin layer on soil surface; avoid direct contact with foliage to prevent burningPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to maintain tidy growth and prevent self-seeding if desired
- Trim back faded foliage in late autumn after dormancy sets in
- Remove damaged or diseased stems in early spring before new growth emerges
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: No known toxic effects on cats (ASPCA unlisted)
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental alpine garden plant; supports pollinator activity in mountain ecosystems
