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Mexican Heather Lavender - 5" Pot

Mexican Heather Lavender - 5" Pot

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  • Near year-round tiny purple flowers
  • Compact, neat mounding habit
  • Attracts bees and butterflies
  • Great for edging and low hedges
  • Easy and heat tolerant
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Country of origin: India

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Mexican Heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia), also called false heather, is a compact, evergreen mounding shrublet widely used as a ground cover and edging plant. It bears masses of tiny lavender, purple, pink, or white flowers almost continuously against fine, glossy green foliage, giving a soft, heather-like appearance. Reaching 30-60 cm tall and wide, it forms neat rounded mounds ideal for borders, low hedges, mass plantings, and containers. Easy to grow and tolerant of heat and humidity, it attracts bees and butterflies. In India it flowers nearly year-round in warm regions with full sun and regular watering, needing only light trimming to stay tidy.

Specifications

Family Lythraceae
Native region Mexico and Central America
Mature height 30-60 cm
Mature spread 45-75 cm
Growth rate Moderate
Foliage Fine glossy green leaves
Flower colour Lavender, purple, pink, white
Flower season Year-round in warm climates
Climate zone Tropical to subtropical

Care guide

Sunlight Full sun to part shade
Watering Regular; keep soil evenly moist
Soil / mix Well-drained fertile soil
Temperature 15-35C; frost-sensitive
Humidity Tolerates moderate to high humidity
Fertilizer Balanced feed monthly in growing season
Pruning Light trim to maintain compact shape
Repotting Repot every 1-2 years if container-grown
Propagation Stem cuttings and seed
Pests & problems Watch for aphids and spider mites
Toxicity / safety Non-toxic to pets and humans
Difficulty Easy

Uses

Excellent for low borders, edging, mass plantings, and containers; its constant tiny blooms attract bees and butterflies to the garden.

Growing tips

In India grow in full sun to part shade with regular watering and give a light trim after flushes to keep the mound neat and dense.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Mexican Heather?
Keep the soil evenly moist with regular watering, especially in summer, but ensure good drainage.
How much light does it need?
It flowers best in full sun but also performs well in partial shade.
Is Mexican Heather safe for pets?
Yes, it is non-toxic and safe around pets and children.
How do I propagate it?
Propagate from softwood stem cuttings or from seed in warm conditions.
Does it need repotting?
Container plants benefit from repotting every one to two years into fresh, well-drained mix.
Why are leaves dropping?
Leaf drop usually follows drying out or cold; keep soil moist and protect from frost.
When does it bloom?
In warm Indian climates it blooms almost continuously throughout the year.
Can I grow it indoors?
It can grow indoors in a very bright spot but flowers best outdoors in sun.
How do I keep it compact?
Give it a light trim after flowering flushes to maintain a dense, rounded shape.
What fertilizer should I use?
Feed with a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season for continuous blooms.

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