Cuphea hyssopifolia - Mexican Heather web special

Cuphea hyssopifolia - Mexican Heather web specialGenerally grown as an annual in cooler climates, this prolific lavender color flowering plant is native to Mexico, and will grow 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide. Hardy to zones 9 11. Can be a perennial in coastal areas. Prefers a sunny location with good drainage, and kept a bit on the dry side. Watering once a week is usually perfect.

The most noticable characheristic is the leaves being short and angular with heavy bullate testure on top

so it is preferred by most knowledgeable landscapers

the foliage turns bright red

Plant this tree as a specimen

there may be some dieback in areas with very cold winters

one can expect it to be 20 feet tall and 5 feet wide

making a spectacular specimen over time

These plants are evergreen and will bloom in mid to late winter

medium sized deciduous tree most known for its spectacular foliage

Useful in a highly visible location like at the entrance of a courtyard

The foliage becomes burgundy-red in autumn and is considered by many to be its most outstanding ornamental feature

KAHORI PINK is a very pretty hybrid pink variety with rich rosy pink flowers from May until midsummer