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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight weekly for abundant blooming
Watering
Water deeply when the top 2 cm of soil dries out; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C, tolerates moderate summer heat; protect young plants from prolonged extreme frost
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow linear evergreen leaves, glossy dark green, covered in fine protective hairs
- Flower: Star-shaped bright purple to blue blooms, clustered densely at stem tips
- Stem: Trailing, woody at base, with branching herbaceous lateral shoots
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during blooming season to support flower production
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen feed to prioritize flower development over foliage growth
Eggshell powder top dressing：Crush fully dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and adjust pH slightlyPruning
- Trim back spent flower stems immediately after blooming to encourage compact, bushy regrowth
- Remove dead or yellowing foliage in early spring to improve airflow
- Thin overcrowded trailing shoots to prevent matting and maintain even growth
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: Ground cover, rock garden plant, border edging, container trailing plant
