PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Thrives in full sun to partial sun; performs best in open, unshaded locations with ample daily sunlight
Watering
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Temperature
Tolerates cool spring temperatures; avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, linear, fleshy leaves arranged in whorls along slender stems
- Flower: Tiny white, star-shaped blooms with five petals, clustered at stem tips
- Stem: Slender, branching, trailing or upright stems with fine, soft hairs
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil moderately moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
No regular fertilization required; low-fertility soil supports healthy growth. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage growth over flowering
Crushed eggshell powder：Sprinkle a thin layer of finely crushed dried eggshells on soil surface to add calcium without overfertilizing the low-fertility preferred growing mediumPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to extend the flowering period by 1–2 weeks
- Remove faded, yellowing foliage after the plant dies back in late summer
- Thin overcrowded clumps during early growth to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: No known toxicity to cats per ASPCA records
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Groundcover for rock gardens, wildflower mixes, and coastal erosion control
