Cuphea hyssopifolia

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False or Hawaiian or Mexican Heathe

 
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Information by: Native Sons Nursery        Photographer: Richard Devine

 

Description

A shrubby dependable evergreen perennial that grows to 1'-2' tall and 4' wide, the False Heather bears small, closely set leaves and tiny rose red flowers. It heaviest bloom period occurs in summer, with some flowers present almost all year. This plant requires part shade to shaded conditions, with average watering. This variety does excellent in containers.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, Purple, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.