Cultivation
In frost-free conditions, grow outdoors in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light. In growth, water freely & feed fortnightly. Keep just moist in winter.
Suggested uses
Banks and Slopes, Ground Cover, Mediterranean, Cottage/Informal, City, Low Maintenance
UK hardiness
H1c
USDA zones
Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11
Sunset zone
8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
WUCOLS
North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Cushion or Mound Forming, Compact
Native to
Garden origin
Drought tolerant
No
Flood tolerant
No
Fragrance
Leaves have an unpleasant scent when crushed.
Toxicity
All part, particularly seeds, are toxic if injested. Contact with foliage may cause skin irritation.