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Colorful blooms with easygoing resilience
Mexican Heather forms a tidy, rounded shrub covered in vibrant purple-pink blooms from late spring through fall. Its fine-textured green foliage and compact habit add lasting color to borders, walkways, containers, and mass plantings while attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Once established, this hardy, low-maintenance plant is drought resistant and rarely troubled by pests. It performs as a perennial in USDA Zones 9–11 and can be grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in colder regions.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Plant or repot within 4 weeks of arrival. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Space plants 12–18 inches apart to allow for their naturally rounded growth.
2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots. Once established, water when the top inch of soil feels dry; avoid leaving the soil waterlogged.
3. Pruning: Lightly trim in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape. Pinch or shear leggy growth as needed throughout the season to encourage fuller branching and more blooms.
4. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring. Container-grown plants may benefit from a diluted liquid fertilizer every four to six weeks during active growth.
Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 12-18 in. |
| Mature Width: | 18-24 in. |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate Growing |
| Botanical Name: | Cuphea hyssopifolia |
| Does Not Ship To: | AK, AZ, HI |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 9-11 outdoors |
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