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    Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Limelight'

    Also Known As

    • Limelight Golden Mexican Heather

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 18"-24"

    planting zones

    • 8b-11

    Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Limelight' plant details

    Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Limelight' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with gold foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Limelight'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: lythraceae
    Foliage: evergreen gold
    Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Limelight'

    USDA Zones: 8b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: seaside / salt

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An unusual Heather with yellow foliage which acts a backdrop to highlight the profusion of purple blooms. A good and reliable, rounded shrub-like perennial.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Limelight' plant

    How to Grow Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Limelight'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • gold

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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