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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in bright direct sunlight for most of the day, tolerates light afternoon shade in hot climates
Watering
Water when top 2 cm of soil is dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Prefers cool to temperate temperatures; tolerates light frosts, avoid extreme heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow linear to lanceolate, gray-green, slightly hairy, arranged alternately on stems
- Flower: Dense terminal clusters of tiny four-petaled white (rarely pale pink) blooms, lightly fragrant
- Stem: Slender, branching, green to reddish-brown, upright growth habit
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Fertilization
Light balanced feed once every 2 weeks. Use diluted balanced feed to support robust bloom production
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and prevent blossom end rotPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage prolonged flowering
- Trim back leggy stems in mid-spring to promote bushier growth
- Remove faded foliage after flowering to tidy planting areas
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic to cats; no known adverse effects from ingestion
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; edible flowers may be used as garnishes in small quantities
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental garden plant; edible flowers for culinary garnishes; cut flower for small bouquets
