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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, exposed growing conditions
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5cm of soil is dry; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; withstands moderate summer heat without supplemental cooling
Characteristics
- Leaf: Divided, fern-like compound leaves with finely serrated leaflets, bright green in color
- Flower: Umbel-shaped clusters of small white or pale pink star-shaped blooms
- Stem: Erect, hollow, slightly hairy stems that branch near the top to support flower clusters
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil moderately moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
Light organic feed once monthly. Use diluted, low-nitrogen organic feed to avoid excessive foliage growth
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and adjust soil pHPruning
- Deadhead spent flower clusters to prevent unwanted self-seeding
- Cut back dead foliage to ground level in late autumn
- Thin overcrowded clumps in early spring to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA has no listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental wildflower for meadow gardens; historical herbal medicine use
