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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates light afternoon shade in hot, arid climates to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot in poorly drained substrates
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; withstands mild summer heat up to 30°C, prefers cool temperate growing conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, rounded to heart-shaped, dark green, slightly hairy, forming dense, low mats
- Flower: Bell-shaped, violet-blue, 2–3 cm wide, borne on short upright stems above foliage
- Stem: Trailing, slender stems that root at nodes to spread horizontally across growing surfaces
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged during active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 4 weeks. Use a low-nitrogen feed to promote abundant flowering rather than foliage growth
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush clean, dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle 1 teaspoon per plant every 2 months to boost soil calcium content and drainagePruning
- Deadhead spent flowers promptly to encourage prolonged blooming through early summer
- Trim back leggy or overgrown stems in late summer to maintain a compact, dense mat
- Remove any yellowed or damaged foliage to improve air circulation and reduce fungal disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects for humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, border edging, and hanging basket trailing displays
