Prefers well-drained soil, attracts butterflies, good for erosion control, moderately salt tolerant. In autumn the leaves turn golden yellow with flushes of pink at the tips. Moderate to fast growth rate, spreads indefinitely. Foliage is ~2 1/4" long, 1/4" wide, 3/16" thick. Mature height 3"-4", spacing: 9-12 inches.

The flowers are the most brilliant aspect of this plant, with the production of a great quantity of abundant and long-lasting magenta flowers that will often cover the entire site, hence the popular name "pink carpet". The plant contains ramified stems that are spread out, carrying sheets opposed, and are long and narrow, with the end of the stems increasing into a quantity of isolated small flowers, with diameters ranging from 3 to 5 cm. The plant is sun-loving, and thrives well in very dry and hot environments. While it adapts well to various soil types, it will suffer under water stagnation, and thus prefers well drained soils, or even rocky terrain.

It can be cultivated in a wide range of areas with a Mediterranean climate. While intense and prolonged frost can cause damage to this plant, it will recover vigorously in the spring. Due to the low need for maintenance, it is suitable for urban environments and high temperature regions. It can often be found in large, extensive patches. The trailing stems also make it suitable for flowerpots and terraces.

Full sun

Zones: 5-11