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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates cool alpine sunlight, avoid intense midday heat in low elevations
Watering
Water when top 1 cm of soil dries; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot in heavy soils
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; prefers cool, temperate alpine conditions; avoid prolonged temperatures above 22°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal rosettes of oval, toothed leaves; stem leaves smaller, lobed
- Flower: Bright yellow, 5-petaled blooms on slender, upright stems
- Stem: Slender, trailing stems that root at nodes to spread horizontally
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 4 weeks. Use diluted, low-nitrogen feed to avoid lush, weak growth
Eggshell powder top-dress：Crush dried eggshells to fine powder; sprinkle lightly over soil surface to boost drainage and add calcium; avoid direct contact with foliagePruning
- Trim spent flower stems to encourage extended blooming
- Thin overcrowded rosettes in early spring to improve airflow
- Remove dead foliage in late winter to tidy the planting area
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No known toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental groundcover for rock gardens; erosion control in alpine landscapes
