Cuphea Hyssopifolia "Mexican Heather Mauve Pink" 4Liter

Cuphea hyssopifolia ‘Mauve Pink’

(Mexican Heather / False Heather)

Product Description

Cuphea hyssopifolia ‘Mauve Pink’ is a compact, evergreen flowering shrub that produces masses of delicate mauve-pink flowers set against fine, soft green foliage. Flowering occurs for most of the year in warm climates, making this plant an excellent choice for borders, edging, low hedging, containers, and mass plantings. Its neat, rounded habit and long flowering season make it a popular, low-maintenance option for South African gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 40–60 cm
• Width: ± 50–70 cm
• Dense, naturally rounded growth habit.

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade
  • Best flowering and compact growth in full sun.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering: Moderate
  • Water regularly during establishment and warm weather; avoid waterlogging.
• Climate: Suitable for most South African regions
  • Light frost sensitive; protect in colder inland areas.
• Maintenance: Low
  • Light pruning encourages bushier growth and continuous flowering.

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring to early summer
• Main Growth & Flowering Season: Spring through autumn
• Seasonal Note: Evergreen in warm climates; growth slows in winter.