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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, nutrient-poor soils without stunted growth
Watering
Water sparingly; drought-tolerant once established, with no need for frequent irrigation
Temperature
Thrives in cool to warm temperatures; tolerates light frost down to 5°C without significant damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oval to heart-shaped, densely covered in silvery-white woolly hairs.
- Flower: Small, snapdragon-like blooms, pale purple to pink with yellow throats.
- Stem: Trailing, branching stems that root at nodes to spread horizontally.
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
Light top-dressing with compost if soil is extremely poor. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowering
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and deter slugsPruning
- Trim back spent blooms to encourage extended flowering through early summer
- Remove dead or yellowing foliage to maintain a neat, uniform mat
- Thin overcrowded patches to improve air circulation and reduce pest risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover, rock garden ornamental, erosion control on slopes
