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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates coastal salt spray and dry, windy conditions
Watering
Allow top 2 cm of soil to dry between waterings; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to mild frosts; thrives in warm, dry Mediterranean climates
Characteristics
- Leaf: Basal rosette of fleshy, lobed leaves with slightly serrated margins; pale green to blue-green
- Flower: Daisy-like composite heads with bright yellow ray florets; central disc florets are darker yellow
- Stem: Slender, branching flowering stems with sparse small leaves
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 4 weeks. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent leggy growth
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle 1 tsp per plant around the base; gently work into topsoil to boost soil drainage and calcium contentPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering through early summer
- Trim back leggy stems in late summer to promote compact, bushy growth
- Remove damaged or yellowing leaves to maintain plant health and airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: Non-toxic; leaves are edible when young
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Edible young leaves (raw in salads, cooked like spinach); ornamental ground cover for rock gardens
