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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires full sun for optimal flowering; tolerates partial shade in hot Mediterranean climates
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to mild frost; prefers cool to temperate growing conditions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, linear, fleshy leaves arranged in whorls along slender stems
- Flower: Tiny five-petaled white blooms in loose terminal clusters
- Stem: Slender, branching, upright to spreading stems with fine hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 4 weeks. Use low-strength feed to avoid over-fertilization damage
Composted coffee grounds tea：Use fully composted grounds diluted 1:30 for root drench; avoid applying undiluted grounds to prevent root burnPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to extend the flowering period
- Trim back dead foliage after senescence in late summer to maintain garden tidiness
- Thin overcrowded plants to improve airflow and reduce fungal 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: Ornamental for rock gardens and wildflower meadows; acts as a low-growing soil stabilizer
