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How to Grow and Care for False slugworts

The plant false slugworts thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners. Key care points include regular watering without waterlogging and moderate fertilization during the growing season. Special care should be taken to protect false slugworts from frost, as it is not cold-hardy.

Watering schedule: Every week

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Planting and Growing False slugworts

Care Difficulty	Easy
Watering Schedule	Every week

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Types of False slugworts

Dischisma ciliatum

Dischisma ciliatum is a resilient perennial herb distinguished by its dense clusters of small, star-shaped white flowers. Its leaves, edged with fine hairs, are adapted to retain moisture, contributing to dischisma ciliatum's ability to thrive in arid or sandy environments. The plant's low-growing habit and propensity for sandy soils make it a hardy species in challenging habitats.

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