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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, exposed rocky sites
Watering
Water deeply once weekly; drought-tolerant once established; avoid overwatering
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; tolerates hot, dry summer conditions without supplemental water
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oblong to lanceolate, gray-green, sparsely toothed, up to 5 cm long
- Flower: Tiny white four-petaled blooms in terminal racemes
- Stem: Slender, branching, hairy near the base
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 2–3 cm of soil is dry; reduce watering during heavy rainfall
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Use only low-strength fertilizer to prevent nutrient burn
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and deter slugs; avoid overapplicationPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering and tidy growth
- Trim back leggy stems in mid-summer to maintain compact, mat-forming habit
- Remove damaged or yellowing foliage to reduce fungal disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No known toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans; leaves are edible with peppery flavor
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Edible peppery leaves for salads or garnishes; ornamental ground cover for dry gardens
