PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates coastal salt spray and dry growing conditions
Watering
Water deeply once weekly during establishment; drought tolerant once fully rooted
Temperature
Hardy to mild frost (-5°C); thrives in temperate Mediterranean climate conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Trifoliate with small oval pubescent leaflets, bright medium green
- Flower: Tiny pale yellow pea-like blooms in small axillary clusters
- Stem: Prostrate trailing stems that root at nodes to spread and form tight mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water regularly during active growth to support mat spread
Fertilization
Light balanced feed once monthly. Use diluted, low-nitrogen feed to avoid excessive foliage growth
Eggshell powder topdress：Grind dried eggshells to fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface, avoiding direct contact with stems to prevent fungal growthPruning
- Trim overgrown edges in early spring to maintain a neat mat form
- Remove sparse or dead patches to encourage new trailing stem growth
- Avoid heavy pruning; trim only to shape or thin dense mats as needed
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: Groundcover for rock gardens, paver gaps, and coastal erosion control
