PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, exposed sunny slopes
Watering
Water deeply but infrequently; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to mild frosts; prefers warm, dry summer conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Trifoliate, oval leaflets with serrated margins, bright medium green
- Flower: Small, pea-like yellow blooms clustered in dense, rounded heads
- Stem: Slender, trailing stems that root at nodes to form continuous mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally during prolonged dry spells; avoid waterlogging
Fertilization
Light, balanced feed once monthly. Use diluted, low-nitrogen feed to avoid excessive foliage growth
Crushed eggshell powder：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost soil calcium levels and improve drainagePruning
- Trim back spent flower heads to maintain tidy growth and prevent self-seeding
- Thin overcrowded mats to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
- Cut back dead foliage in early spring to promote new, vigorous growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-aligned: No known toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover for erosion control, ornamental rock garden plant, forage for small livestock
