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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Dappled woodland shade or morning sun; avoid intense midday summer sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; allow the top 1 cm of soil to dry between waterings
Temperature
Hardy to -30°C; tolerates cool spring temperatures, avoid prolonged heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oval to lance-shaped, opposite, matte green, 2–7 cm long
- Flower: Fragrant, five-petaled, pale blue to lavender, clustered at stem tips
- Stem: Slender, branching, slightly hairy, trailing or upright
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth and flowering
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once monthly. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent leggy growth
Composted banana peel tea：Compost banana peels for 2–3 weeks, steep in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent pest issuesPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering and prevent self-seeding
- Trim back faded foliage in late autumn to tidy clumps and prepare for winter dormancy
- Divide overcrowded clumps every 2–3 years in early spring to maintain vigor
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no reported toxicity
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental ground cover for shaded gardens; cut flowers for small, fragrant bouquets
