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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial sun; tolerates high heat and mild drought conditions
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures; sensitive to frost below 10°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, linear to oblong, gray-green, fuzzy texture
- Flower: Compact, spherical inflorescences in pink, white, or purple; retains color when dried
- Stem: Prostrate, branching, slightly hairy
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed every 2 weeks. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer to promote flower production
Banana peel compost tea：Compost banana peels for 2 weeks, steep in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench to avoid nutrient burnPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering throughout the growing season
- Trim leggy stems to maintain a compact, mat-forming shape
- Remove faded foliage at the end of the annual growing cycle
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no reported health risks
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover; dried flower arrangements; border edging
