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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerant of dry, exposed sites with minimal competition
Watering
Drought-tolerant; water only during prolonged dry spells, avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to light frost (0°C); thrives in warm temperate summer conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Ovate to lanceolate, toothed margins, hairy texture, arranged oppositely on stems
- Flower: Small, snapdragon-like blooms, pale purple to yellowish-white with a yellow lower lip
- Stem: Slender, trailing, branching freely along the ground
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally during extended dry periods to support flowering
Fertilization
No regular fertilization required. Fertilization may reduce drought tolerance and encourage excessive foliage over blooms
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush clean, dried eggshells into fine powder; lightly dust over soil surface to add slow-release calcium without altering soil pHPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage extended flowering through the growing season
- Trim back trailing stems to control spread in formal garden beds
- Remove dead foliage after the plant dies back in autumn to reduce overwintering pest habitat
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover for dry banks; pollinator support for bees and small butterflies
