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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in hot, dry conditions and tolerates light afternoon shade in extreme heat
Watering
Water deeply when the top 2–3 cm of soil is completely dry; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to mild frosts; performs best in warm temperate to subtropical climates
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow lanceolate to oblong leaves, slightly hairy, with finely serrated margins
- Flower: Cup-shaped pink to rose-pink blooms, opening in late afternoon and closing by mid-morning
- Stem: Trailing, branching stems that form dense, low-growing mats
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth; avoid waterlogging
Fertilization
Apply diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can reduce flower production
Banana peel infusion：Steep 1 peeled banana in 4 liters of water for 24 hours; dilute the infusion 1:2 with fresh water before applying to soil to avoid nutrient burnPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the growing season
- Trim back leggy or overgrown stems in mid-summer to promote compact, dense growth
- Remove yellow or damaged foliage to maintain plant health and improve airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic; no harmful effects if ingested
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover, wildflower garden addition, xeriscaping plant
