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    Cuphea hyssopifolia 'White Whispers'

    Also Known As

    • White Whispers False Heather

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 18"

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

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    Cuphea hyssopifolia 'White Whispers' plant details

    Cuphea hyssopifolia 'White Whispers' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cuphea hyssopifolia 'White Whispers'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: lythraceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cuphea hyssopifolia 'White Whispers'

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Popular selection offering the sturdy form and character of the species, but with abundant white blossoms throughout the summer and fall. Excellent choice in containers or for edging a perennial border.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Cuphea hyssopifolia 'White Whispers' plant

    How to Grow Cuphea hyssopifolia 'White Whispers'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Zones

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