Mexican Heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia) – Colorful Blooming Garden Plant

The Mexican Heather, also known as Cuphea hyssopifolia, is a compact, perennial garden plant, known for its small violet or purple flowers and lush green foliage. Perfect for borders, flowerbeds, or decorative edges.

Care & Placement

Cuphea hyssopifolia thrives in a sunny to partially shaded spot and grows best in well-draining garden soil. Ideal for both gardens and terraces.

Watering & Feeding

• Keep soil lightly moist, especially during dry periods

• Water more during hot months for longer flowering

• Fertilize in spring and during the growing season for optimal blooms

Light & Soil

• Full sun for the most abundant flowering

• Tolerates light shade

• Use well-draining soil; avoid waterlogged conditions

Bloom & Maintenance

• Flowers from summer to autumn with small violet or purple blooms

• Regularly remove faded flowers to encourage new blooms

• Light pruning after flowering helps maintain compact growth

Benefits of Mexican Heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia)

• Compact, perennial garden plant

• Small, colorful flowers from summer to autumn

• Low-maintenance and hardy to light frost

• Perfect for borders, flowerbeds, or pots on terraces and balconies

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects

Product Information

• Pot size: P11

• Height at purchase: ±20–25 cm

• Watering: Keep soil lightly moist

• Placement: Sunny to partially shaded, well-draining soil

• Not suitable for consumption

Note: Each plant is unique and may slightly vary in size or flower color

Order the Mexican Heather – Cuphea hyssopifolia

Add color and life to your garden or terrace with the Mexican Heather – Cuphea hyssopifolia. Its lush flowers and low-maintenance nature make it a favorite garden plant.

Order Mexican Heather online at Firenze Bloemen and enjoy a blooming garden from summer to autumn!