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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, low-nutrient growing conditions
Watering
Water deeply when top 2–3 cm of soil is dry; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to -20°C; withstands cool to warm temperate conditions; avoid prolonged extreme heat above 32°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Palmately compound with 3–5 obovate, serrated leaflets; dark green and slightly hairy
- Flower: Solitary bright yellow five-petaled blooms; 1–2 cm in diameter
- Stem: Slender, erect to ascending, sparsely hairy
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 6 weeks. Minimal fertilization needed; excess nutrients may reduce flowering output
Eggshell powder top-dressing：Crush dried eggshells to fine powder; lightly mix into topsoil to avoid nutrient burn; slow-release calcium supports long-term growth without overfeedingPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage prolonged flowering through the growing season
- Trim back faded foliage in late autumn to tidy clumps and prepare for winter dormancy
- Thin overcrowded clumps in early spring 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: Traditional medicinal herb with astringent properties; ornamental ground cover for rock gardens
