Mexican Heather
Cuphea hyssopifolia
Texas Superstar®
Tiny purple (or white/pink) blooms smother fine evergreen foliage for months. Compact Cuphea for edging and containers; Allyson is a Texas Superstar® selection.
Landscape use
Edging, containers, formal knots, and front-of-border color.
Care
Even moisture and good drainage. Full sun to light shade. Cut back after freezes; usually returns in Zone 8. Shear to shape.