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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Dappled woodland shade; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch foliage
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; mulch to retain moisture
Temperature
Cold hardy; tolerates freezing winter temperatures and cool spring growing conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Compound, fern-like bright green foliage divided into three lobed leaflets
- Flower: Star-shaped white blooms with 5–6 petal-like sepals and yellow central stamens
- Stem: Slender, upright smooth green stems
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; replenish water during dry spells
Fertilization
Apply diluted organic feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen organic feeds to avoid disrupting natural woodland soil balance
Composted leaf mold tea：Steep fully composted oak or maple leaves in water for 3 days, dilute 1:20 for root drench; avoid raw leaves to prevent fungal growthPruning
- Remove spent blooms optionally to maintain tidy growth (plant self-seeds readily)
- Clear dead foliage in late autumn to reduce fungal overwintering sites
- Thin overcrowded clumps every 2–3 years in early spring to improve airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Woodland garden ground cover, native plant landscaping
