Mexican heather
Cuphea glutinosa
USDA zones7 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size6 to 15 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Violet-pink
Garden uses
Notes
Mexican heather (Cuphea glutinosa) is a perennial for ground cover and naturalized areas. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It stays 6 to 15 inches tall and spreads 12 to 24 inches wide. Violet-pink flowers appear in mid to late spring, early to late summer, and early to late autumn.
Pairs well with Rock rose, Mountain mint, and Mondo grass.
Native range
Bolivia to Brazil and northern Argentina.