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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in bright indirect light or partial shade; tolerates full shade, with reduced variegation in deep shade
Watering
Water when the top 2 cm of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot in heavy soils
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; prefers cool temperate conditions, avoid prolonged heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Heart-shaped, silver-white variegated with thin green margins, softly pubescent
- Flower: Tubular white blooms in dense whorls at leaf axils
- Stem: Trailing, square-shaped (characteristic of Lamiaceae), low-growing and mat-forming
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 4 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent loss of variegation
Composted banana peel tea：Use fully composted banana peels, dilute 1:20 with water for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent pest infestationsPruning
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to encourage compact, bushy growth
- Deadhead spent flower whorls to promote occasional autumn reblooming
- Cut back overgrown mats after flowering to maintain neat groundcover shape
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no adverse effects from ingestion
Humans: No known toxicity to humans; safe for handling and accidental ingestion
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Shade garden groundcover, edging plant, container specimen for shaded patios
