PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires full sun exposure; tolerant of coastal wind and salt spray
Watering
Drought-tolerant; water only when top 2–3 cm of soil is completely dry to avoid waterlogging
Temperature
Thrives in cool coastal temperatures; tolerates light frost down to 5°C, avoids extreme heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow linear to lanceolate gray-green leaves, slightly hairy to reduce water loss
- Flower: Clusters of fragrant four-petaled purple to pale pink blooms
- Stem: Slender branching stems, prostrate to ascending growth form
Care Guide
Watering
Water sparingly during prolonged dry spells
Fertilization
Light diluted feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen feed to promote flowering rather than foliage growth
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add calcium without altering pH drasticallyPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to extend the flowering period
- Trim back faded stems after flowering to encourage self-seeding
- Remove damaged or yellowing foliage to maintain a tidy mat form
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No recorded toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects for humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Coastal ground cover, rock garden ornamental, pollinator-friendly nectar source
