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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial sun; thrives in coastal, windy conditions with direct sunlight
Watering
Water deeply when top 2 cm of soil is dry; tolerate drought once established
Temperature
Tolerates mild coastal frosts down to 5°C; avoid extreme heat above 30°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal rosette of narrow, linear to spatulate gray-green leaves, slightly fleshy
- Flower: Tiny papery violet-pink blooms in dense terminal clusters; retain color when dried
- Stem: Slender, upright branching stems with minimal foliage above the basal rosette
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 4 weeks. Use low-nitrogen feed to promote compact growth and abundant blooms
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush clean, dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface, avoiding direct contact with basal leavesPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering through early summer
- Trim back faded stems to the basal rosette after flowering to maintain plant tidiness
- Remove yellowing basal leaves to improve air circulation and reduce pest risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Dried flower arrangements; coastal garden ornamental; rockery plant
