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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates dry, exposed rocky sites
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to -15°C; withstands mild summer heat without supplemental cooling
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, linear to lanceolate, gray-green, opposite arrangement
- Flower: Small, white to pale pink, five-petaled, clustered at stem tips
- Fruit: Fleshy, round red berries, persistent into winter
Care Guide
Watering
Water occasionally during prolonged dry spells
Fertilization
Diluted balanced feed once monthly. Use low-nitrogen feed to promote flowering and berry production
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to add calcium without burning rootsPruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to maintain tidy growth and encourage potential rebloom
- Trim back faded foliage in late autumn to prepare for winter dormancy
- Thin overcrowded clumps every 2–3 years to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No documented toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Rock garden ground cover; ornamental winter berry display
