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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires full sun to partial shade; produces the most blooms with 6+ hours of daily direct sunlight
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5 cm of soil is dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -30°C; tolerates moderate summer heat with consistent soil moisture
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small, oval, dark green leaves; bronze-purple new growth in spring
- Flower: Dense panicles of pale lavender-pink, highly fragrant tubular blooms
- Stem: Slender, woody stems with smooth gray-brown bark
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during blooming season; reduce watering once blooms fade
Fertilization
Apply balanced slow-release feed when new growth emerges. Do not fertilize in winter when the shrub is dormant
Eggshell powder topdress：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle 1 tbsp per plant in early spring to boost soil calcium and improve drainagePruning
- Deadhead spent blooms immediately after flowering to maintain tidy appearance
- Thin overcrowded branches in late winter to improve airflow and light penetration
- Shape lightly after blooming; avoid heavy pruning that removes next year's flower buds
- Remove any damaged or diseased stems in early spring
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no harmful effects for cats
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse health effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes love and remembrance in some Western floral traditions
Usage: Ornamental garden shrub; fragrant cut flowers for indoor arrangements
