PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates coastal wind exposure and salt spray
Watering
Water deeply when top 1 cm of soil is dry; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to light frosts; avoid prolonged extreme heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Tiny, linear, bright green leaves densely packed along stems; no petioles
- Flower: Inconspicuous, pale greenish-white, paired at stem apices; lack true petals
- Stem: Slender, branching, prostrate stems form tight, compact cushions
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
Diluted low-nitrogen feed once every 2 months. Use only diluted, balanced feeds to avoid disrupting compact growth form
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells to fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface; avoid direct contact with stems to prevent fungal growthPruning
- Trim back straggly stems in early spring to maintain compact cushion form
- Remove dead or discolored foliage to improve airflow and appearance
- Avoid heavy pruning; only light shaping as needed to preserve groundcover density
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No reported toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, alpine troughs, and coastal landscape edging
