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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates intense summer heat and dry conditions, with light afternoon shade recommended in extreme heat
Watering
Water deeply but infrequently; allow the top 2–3 cm of soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot
Temperature
Tolerates light frost down to 5°C; thrives in warm, dry summer temperatures between 20–30°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow linear to lanceolate leaves, 1–5 cm long, slightly hairy, arranged in basal rosettes or along trailing stems
- Flower: Bright yellow bilabiate blooms with 5 petals, 1–2 cm wide, borne on short axillary stalks
- Stem: Slender, trailing or ascending stems that root at nodes to form dense, spreading mats
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth periods to support blooming
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed every 6 weeks. Discontinue fertilization in autumn and winter when growth slows
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush clean, fully dried eggshells into a fine powder; dust lightly over the soil surface to boost calcium levels and deter potential blossom end rotPruning
- Trim back leggy or overgrown stems in early spring to encourage dense, compact growth
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to prolong the flowering period
- Remove yellow or damaged foliage to maintain plant health and improve airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA does not list this species as toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, border edges, or container accents; nectar source for native Australian bees and butterflies
