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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun exposure; tolerates light alpine shade, requires consistent air circulation to prevent foliar disease
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth; avoid waterlogging, as poorly drained soil causes root rot
Temperature
Hardy to light frosts; prefers cool alpine temperatures, avoid prolonged heat above 22°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Silvery-grey, woolly, semicordate (heart-shaped at base) rosette leaves, up to 10 cm long
- Flower: White daisy-like composite flowers with yellow central discs, up to 5 cm diameter
- Stem: Slender, woolly flowering stems rising 15–30 cm above leaf rosettes
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 6 weeks. Discontinue fertilization in autumn to prepare for dormancy
Eggshell powder topdressing：Sprinkle a thin layer of finely ground eggshells around the base of rosettes; avoid direct contact with foliage to prevent burningPruning
- Deadhead spent flowers promptly to encourage prolonged blooming
- Remove browned or damaged foliage in early spring to maintain tidy rosettes
- Thin overcrowded rosettes every 2–3 years to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
- Trim back spent flowering stems after bloom to preserve compact growth habit
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental alpine rockery plant; cut flower for small floral arrangements
