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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; at least 6 hours of direct sun daily for abundant, continuous flowering
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot and fungal growth
Temperature
Thrives in 18–24°C; protect from temperatures below 10°C to avoid leaf damage and stunted growth
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, oval to lanceolate, glossy green, 2–4 cm long
- Flower: Bell-shaped, 2–3 cm wide, available in red, pink, purple, yellow, white, and bi-color varieties
- Stem: Slender, trailing, delicate, with branching growth
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed every 2 weeks. Stop fertilizing in late autumn as growth slows for the season
Banana peel compost tea：Use fully composted banana peels soaked in water for 24 hours; dilute 1:20 for root drench to avoid pest attraction from raw organic matterPruning
- Pinch back growing tips in early spring to encourage bushy, compact growth
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote continuous flowering throughout the growing season
- Trim leggy stems mid-season to maintain a neat, trailing habit
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 hanging baskets, window boxes, ground cover, and container garden filler
