PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Partial sun to full shade; thrives in cool, dappled light and avoids intense midday summer sun
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the root zone to dry out completely during active growth
Temperature
Tolerates light frost (down to 5°C); prefers cool temperate growing conditions and struggles in extreme heat
Characteristics
- Leaf: Finely divided, fern-like, grey-green foliage with a soft texture
- Flower: Tubular bicoloured blooms (pale pink upper petals, deep purple lower petals) in dense, elongated racemes
- Stem: Slender, branching, trailing stems that spread along the ground
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth and flowering
Fertilization
Light, diluted feed once monthly. Use a balanced, diluted organic feed to support steady growth without overstimulating foliage
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried, sterilized eggshells into fine powder; dust lightly on the soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve soil drainagePruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to extend the flowering period
- Trim back yellowing or dying foliage in late summer after seed production is complete
- Thin overcrowded stems to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no reported adverse effects
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover for rock gardens, border edges, and container planters
