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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates short periods of dry shade, but produces more blooms in full sun
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot in heavy soils
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; tolerates moderate summer heat, with optimal growth in cool to temperate conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Round to kidney-shaped, softly hairy, with shallowly lobed margins
- Flower: Pale pink, five-petaled blooms with notched petals, clustered at stem tips
- Stem: Slender, trailing or ascending, covered in fine, silvery hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged during active growth
Fertilization
Light, balanced feed once monthly. Use diluted, low-nitrogen fertilizer to avoid leggy growth
Eggshell powder topdressing：Sprinkle a thin, crushed eggshell layer around the plant base; avoid direct contact with stems to prevent tissue burningPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage prolonged flowering through the growing season
- Trim back leggy or overgrown stems in mid-summer to promote compact, bushy growth
- Remove yellowing or damaged foliage to improve air circulation and maintain plant appearance
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no reported toxicity symptoms
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse health effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Pollinator-friendly ground cover for rock gardens; used as a low-maintenance lawn alternative in low-traffic areas
