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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Partial sun to full sun; tolerates moist, boggy growing conditions
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist; tolerates short periods of standing water
Temperature
Hardy to cold winter frost; thrives in cool to temperate growing zones
Characteristics
- Leaf: Simple, lanceolate to oblong leaves arranged alternately along stems, with serrated margins.
- Flower: Tiny, star-shaped white flowers in terminal spikelike racemes.
- Stem: Erect, green to reddish-green stems with smooth texture.
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent soil moisture; water deeply when top 1 cm of soil dries
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent excessive foliar growth at the expense of flowering
Composted banana peel tea：Steep fully composted banana peels in water for 24 hours; dilute 1:20 for root drench; discard solid peels to avoid pest infestationsPruning
- Remove spent flower spikes to maintain tidy plant appearance
- Cut back dead foliage to ground level in late autumn to prepare for winter dormancy
- Thin overcrowded clumps every 2–3 years to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Rain garden stabilization, wetland restoration, ornamental ground cover for wet areas
