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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates cool alpine sunlight and mild summer shade
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to subzero alpine temperatures; avoids prolonged hot, humid conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, oval to lanceolate, aromatic gray-green foliage with fine hairs
- Flower: Tiny tubular purple to pale pink blooms in dense whorls at stem nodes
- Stem: Slender, creeping or ascending stems covered in soft fine hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, not waterlogged
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen feed to promote compact growth and flowering
Crushed eggshell topdress：Crush dried eggshells to fine powder; dust lightly on soil surface to boost drainage and add calcium without risk of over-fertilizationPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms promptly to extend the flowering period
- Trim back faded foliage in late autumn to tidy the plant and encourage new spring growth
- Thin overcrowded mats in early spring to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no known adverse effects
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; aromatic leaves may be used in herbal teas in small quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental rock garden plant; aromatic leaves used in small quantities for herbal teas and potpourri
