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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; golden foliage color intensifies in direct sun; tolerates light shade with greener leaves
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; highly drought-tolerant; avoid waterlogged soil
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; withstands hot summer temperatures with proper drainage; avoid prolonged frost exposure in wet soil
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, rounded, fleshy, bright green to golden yellow in full sun
- Flower: Star-shaped, pale yellow, clustered in flat-topped inflorescences
- Stem: Trailing, rooting at nodes to form continuous mats
Care Guide
Watering
Water when top 2–3 cm of soil is fully dry
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer to maintain compact growth habit
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add calcium and reduce soil compactionPruning
- Trim back leggy stems in early spring to encourage dense, compact growth
- Remove dead or discolored foliage in late winter to tidy the groundcover mat
- Thin overcrowded patches to improve airflow and prevent fungal growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic; safe for cats with no reported toxicity
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, green roofs, and container edges; erosion control on slopes
