The stems occasionally form roots where they touch the ground, though only in the most favourable conditions, and the plant is unlikely to become a nuisance. Some pests have been noted on C. apiculatum . These are chiefly caterpillars which attack the flower buds and leaves. Control may be effected by the use of Dipel, a bio-insecticide specific to caterpillars. Aphids are also found on new shoots and the decumbent habit of this plant makes it an ideal hiding place for slugs and snails.
Propagation is easy from cuttings taken at any time of the year.
Seed should not be used for propagation since it may not pro-duce plants which are true to form. This form of C . This plant performs well in a variety of garden environments though the best examples are in a fairly open situation given full sun during the middle of the day. Plants growing close to large trees tend to be more sparse than those in the open but still provide a good ground cover. The plants in the Gardens appear to be frost-hardy but drought tolerance has not been tested as all plantings have received supplementary waterings.