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Mexican Heather, False Heather
Cuphea hyssopifolia

Lythraceae

Treated as an annual; fine delicate foliage with leaves that are closely-spaced; delicate flowers; useful for a compact border plant.

Plant Form or Habit: rounded

Plant Type: annual

Plant Use: beds & borders container plantings

Propagation: seed

Light Requirement: high medium

Flower Color: lavender, pink, white

Blooming Period: summer

Height: 12-18 inches

Width: 12-18 inches

Foliage Texture: fine

Heat Tolerance: high medium

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Suitable for long, hot summers but does not do well with cool, can be considered a tender perennial.

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