Cuphea (Cuphea hyssopifolia) is a perennial, evergreen shrub with a final height of 0,40 m.
Leaves
Its leaves are thin and light green.
Flowers
Its flowers are small with purple, pink or white color and grow in botryoidal inflorescences. Its flowering lasts from early spring to late autumn.
Terrain
It grows satisfactorily in all types of soil, without particular problems. A necessary condition is that the soil has good drainage. It prefers sandy soils, rich in nutrients.
Position
Prefers sunny positions protected from strong or hot wind. In semi-shaded locations, the coloring of the foliage is affected.
Watering
Water the plant regularly when you see the surface of its soil dry and be careful to always empty the saucer of water so that its roots do not rot.
Do not pour water from above, avoid getting its leaves wet!!
Lubrication
Fertilizing in the spring every 15 days will greatly help the vigor and flowering of the plant. Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer for flowering plants or slow-absorbing granular fertilizer.
Durability
It thrives in places with mild winters and can withstand cold and low temperatures up to - 2ο C. Caution needed in strong winds. It is suitable for planting in areas with intense atmospheric pollution.
Pruning
Try to remove dried flowers to help it produce new flowers faster.
Diseases and enemies
It is considered one of the most disease-resistant plants, but it can very rarely be affected by aphids and cotton.
It is suitable for
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- In individual places in the garden.
- For planting in a pot.
- Forms beautiful clusters.
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2 liter pot
