PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in full sun to partial shade; bright direct sunlight promotes vibrant blue foliage color
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; highly drought-tolerant
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; withstands hot summer temperatures up to 30°C with proper drainage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Needle-like, blue-green, tightly packed along trailing stems; reflexed (curved backward) when mature
- Flower: Star-shaped, bright yellow, clustered in flat-topped terminal inflorescences
- Stem: Fleshy, trailing stems that root at nodes to form spreading mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 5 cm of soil is fully dry; avoid overwatering
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once every 6 weeks. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer to prevent leggy, weak growth
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface and water in to release calcium graduallyPruning
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to encourage compact, dense growth
- Remove spent flower heads after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance
- Thin overcrowded mats to improve airflow and reduce risk of rot
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Humans: No known toxic effects to humans; safe for handling and accidental ingestion
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, green roofs, and container trailing edges; attracts pollinators like bees
