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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, sunny slopes and poor soil conditions
Watering
Allow soil to fully dry between waterings; highly drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; withstands hot, arid summer temperatures without supplemental water
Characteristics
- Leaf: Trifoliate, narrow oblong leaflets with smooth margins, bright green
- Flower: Tiny pale yellow to white pea-like blooms, clustered in axillary racemes
- Stem: Slender, prostrate to ascending stems, branching freely
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally during prolonged dry spells to support flowering
Fertilization
Apply a light, balanced diluted feed once monthly. Fertilization is optional for established plants in nutrient-poor soil
Banana Peel Tea：Soak dried banana peels in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 with water for root drench; avoid applying undiluted solution to prevent root burnPruning
- Trim back spent flower stems to encourage additional late-season blooms
- Shear back overgrown mats in late autumn to maintain a tidy ground cover
- Remove any dead 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 toxic effects to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover for rock gardens, erosion control on slopes, forage for native pollinators
