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Cuphea hyssopifolia (Mexican Heather)

Mexican Heather

False Heather

Cuphea hyssopifolia

Quick growing Mexican native perennial that reaches only twelve inches tall and wide returning in the spring if mulched heavily. Small attractive purple flowers appear in the early summer that stay till winter.

Attracts bees and butterflies easily.

Flowering Perennial

Flower Color:

Purple

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Height

12 Inches

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Spread

12 Inches


USDA Hardiness Zone 9a

Characteristics & Attributes

Deer Tolerance
• Medium
Exposure
• Full Sun to Part Shade
Habit
• Perennial
Water Needs
• Low