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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates drought and poor soil; blooms best in full sun
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -20°C; tolerates hot summer temperatures up to 30°C; avoid prolonged frost exposure in wet soil
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oval to obovate fleshy leaves, arranged in opposite pairs; blue-green to gray-green
- Flower: Dense terminal cymes of star-shaped pink to pale purple flowers
- Stem: Erect, succulent stems; reddish tinge in full sun
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth; avoid waterlogging
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once monthly. Use diluted, low-nitrogen feed to avoid soft, weak growth
Coffee grounds compost tea：Use only fully composted grounds; dilute 1:40 for root drench; avoid raw grounds to prevent mold and pest issuesPruning
- Deadhead spent flower heads to encourage tidiness and potential rebloom
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to promote compact growth
- Remove yellowing or damaged foliage to maintain plant health
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: Non-toxic; young leaves are edible in small quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental groundcover for rock gardens; young leaves edible in small, cooked portions
