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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in sunny, open slopes and tolerates dry, exposed conditions
Watering
Water deeply when the top 2 cm of soil is dry; drought-tolerant once established, avoid overwatering
Temperature
Thrives in cool to temperate conditions; tolerates light frost down to 5°C and moderate summer heat
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pinnately compound with 4–8 pairs of oblong leaflets; terminates in a thin tendril for climbing
- Flower: Pea-like pale purple to pinkish-white blooms, clustered in axillary racemes of 2–5 flowers
- Stem: Slender, sparsely hairy, trailing or weakly ascending along adjacent vegetation
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil slightly moist during active growth and flowering
Fertilization
Light, diluted balanced organic feed once monthly. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowering
Crushed eggshell topdress：Sprinkle finely crushed, dried eggshells on the soil surface to boost calcium levels and deter slugs; avoid direct contact with stemsPruning
- Trim spent flower clusters to encourage prolonged blooming and prevent self-seeding if desired
- Thin overcrowded stems to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
- Cut back dead foliage after flowering to maintain a tidy groundcover appearance
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Mildly toxic; ingestion may cause vomiting or diarrhea
Humans: Contains low levels of lectins; large ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Low groundcover, wildflower garden component, forage for livestock
