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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun exposure; tolerates partial shade in hotter lowland regions to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot in well-drained alpine soil
Temperature
Hardy to subzero alpine temperatures; prefers cool summer temperatures below 25°C to avoid heat stress
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, linear, gray-green, woolly texture to retain moisture
- Flower: Dense terminal racemes of fragrant golden-yellow four-petaled blooms
- Stem: Slender, branching, covered in fine silvery hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active bloom period to support flower production
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 2 weeks during active growth. Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer to promote flowering rather than excessive foliage growth
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder and lightly dust over soil surface every 2 months; avoid mixing into soil to prevent pH imbalancePruning
- Deadhead spent flower racemes promptly to encourage extended late-season blooming
- Trim back leggy stems by one-third after flowering to maintain a compact mat-forming habit
- Remove damaged or yellowed foliage in early spring to promote new healthy growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No known toxicity to cats
Humans: No reported toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental alpine garden plant; used in rockeries and container troughs for color in cold climates
