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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, sunny garden edges
Watering
Allow top 2 cm of soil to dry completely between waterings; drought tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to light frost (down to 5°C); thrives in warm temperate daytime temperatures
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal rosette of oblong to spatulate leaves covered in fine, soft hairs; margins slightly toothed
- Flower: Small, four-petaled white blooms arranged in terminal racemes
- Stem: Erect, branched stems with dense fine hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Water when topsoil feels dry to the touch; avoid overwatering
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed every 2 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent leggy growth
Composted eggshell powder：Sprinkle a thin layer on top of soil; gently work into top 1 cm to avoid disturbing roots; no dilution needed for this slow-release amendmentPruning
- Deadhead spent flower racemes to encourage extended blooming period
- Thin overcrowded clumps to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
- Trim back entire plant after flowering to control self-seeding if desired
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxic effects for human ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Low groundcover, erosion control for sloped garden beds, wildflower meadow component
