PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates coastal salt spray and dry, sandy growing conditions
Watering
Water deeply but infrequently; drought-tolerant once established, avoid overwatering
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; withstands hot, dry summer temperatures without supplemental watering
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow linear to lanceolate leaves, 1–3 cm long, glabrous, alternate arrangement along stems
- Flower: Small white to pale pink blooms in axillary spikes; each flower has 5 tiny tepals
- Stem: Slender, freely branching prostrate to ascending stems
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally during prolonged dry spells; allow soil to dry between waterings
Fertilization
Optional diluted balanced feed once monthly. No regular fertilization required for established plants
Eggshell powder topdressing：Sprinkle 1 tsp of crushed, dried eggshell powder around base in spring; avoid direct contact with stems to prevent irritationPruning
- Trim back spent flower spikes to maintain neat mat appearance
- Thin overcrowded patches in early spring to improve airflow
- Remove dead foliage in late winter before new growth emerges
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Coastal dune stabilization, rock garden groundcover, erosion control
