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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates reflected heat in rock gardens and alpine settings
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -20°C; withstands hot, dry summer conditions with minimal stress
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, fleshy, oblong to spatulate leaves; blue-green to gray-green, arranged in rosettes along trailing stems
- Flower: Clusters of star-shaped, creamy-white to pale yellow blooms; 5 petals per flower
- Stem: Trailing, rooting at nodes to form dense, spreading mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 2–3 cm of soil is fully dry
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once monthly. Use very dilute feed to avoid damaging succulent foliage
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add calcium without burning rootsPruning
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to encourage compact, dense growth
- Remove spent flower heads to maintain a tidy appearance
- Thin overcrowded mats to improve airflow and prevent rot
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: Groundcover for rock gardens, green roofs, and container edges; drought-tolerant landscaping
