PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates short periods of drought and dry soil
Watering
Allow top 2 cm of soil to dry completely between waterings; highly drought tolerant
Temperature
Hardy to mild frosts; thrives in cool to temperate climates
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pinnately compound with narrow linear leaflets; hairless or sparsely hairy
- Flower: Bright yellow pea-like blooms clustered at stem tips; faint sweet scent
- Stem: Slender, trailing stems that root at nodes in moist soil
Care Guide
Watering
Water when topsoil is fully dry; avoid overwatering
Fertilization
Apply diluted compost tea once monthly. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage growth over blooms
Composted coffee grounds tea：Use fully composted grounds to avoid odor and pest issues; dilute 1:30 with water for root drenchingPruning
- Trim spent flower heads to encourage extended blooming
- Remove dead or yellowing foliage in early spring to promote new growth
- Thin overcrowded stems to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental groundcover; nitrogen-fixing legume to improve soil fertility
