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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; requires 4–6 hours of daily direct sun for optimal blooming
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil dries out; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; tolerates mild frost and warm summer temperatures up to 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Round, shallowly lobed leaves with soft hairy texture, pale green to bronze undertones
- Flower: Small five-petaled purple blooms with contrasting white central markings
- Stem: Slender trailing stems that root at nodes to spread horizontally
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growing and blooming periods
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed every 4 weeks. Use a low-nitrogen feed to prioritize flowering over foliage growth
Banana peel compost extract：Soak fully composted banana peels in water for 24 hours; dilute 1:20 for root drench to support vigorous bloomingPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage extended flowering
- Trim back leggy stems in late summer to maintain a compact mat form
- Remove yellowed or damaged foliage to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no recorded adverse reactions
Humans: No known toxic effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens; border edging; nectar source for bees and butterflies
