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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in exposed, cold climate conditions
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; avoid standing water in cool, low-light periods
Temperature
Extremely cold-hardy; withstands frost and Arctic winter temperatures
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, fleshy, linear to spatulate leaves in rosettes; gray-green with subtly serrated margins
- Flower: Star-shaped bright yellow blooms with five petals; clustered atop short, upright stems
- Stem: Slender, trailing stems that root at nodes to form dense, spreading mats
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist; mist occasionally during dry spells
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once monthly. Use low-strength, balanced feed to avoid nutrient burn in nutrient-poor soil
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; dust lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and maintain neutral to alkaline pHPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms promptly to encourage prolonged flowering
- Trim back overgrown mats in early spring to maintain a compact, neat form
- Remove dead or damaged foliage to improve airflow and prevent fungal growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental alpine groundcover for rock gardens and trough displays
