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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade; tolerates short periods of dry, dappled shade
Watering
Water when the top 1–2 cm of soil is dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot in compacted soils
Temperature
Hardy to mild frost; thrives in cool temperate conditions and avoids prolonged extreme heat above 30°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Small oval to rounded opposite leaves with slightly serrated margins
- Flower: Tiny four-petaled blue blooms with white centers, clustered in leaf axils
- Stem: Slender creeping or ascending stems that root at lower nodes
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth periods
Fertilization
Light diluted feed once monthly. Use balanced organic feed to avoid excessive foliage over bloom production
Eggshell powder topdressing：Sprinkle finely crushed, dried eggshells on soil surface to boost calcium levels and deter slugs without chemical treatmentsPruning
- Trim back spent blooms to encourage extended flowering through early summer
- Thin overcrowded mats to improve airflow and reduce fungal risk
- Mow or cut back after flowering to limit self-seeding in managed lawn areas
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ground cover, ornamental edge plant, occasional lawn weed
