Aurea False Heather - Cuphea hyssopifolia ‘Aurea’
Aurea False Heather lights up the garden with bright golden foliage and masses of delicate lavender flowers for most of the year. Its compact, soft habit makes it an effortless way to add colour, contrast, and continuous interest.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Aurea False Heather
✔ Golden-yellow foliage - Adds vibrant colour even when not in flower.
✔ Lavender flowers - Provides soft, long-lasting blooms through most of the year.
✔ Compact growth habit - Stays neat and well-shaped with minimal pruning.
✔ High contrast appeal - Stands out beautifully against darker green plants.
✔ Low maintenance performer - Thrives with very little ongoing care.
🏡 How to Use Aurea False Heather in Your Garden
✅ Garden borders - Creates bright, eye-catching edges along paths and garden beds.
✅ Low informal hedging - Forms a colourful, flowering hedge when planted in rows.
✅ Mass planting - Produces a striking carpet of gold and lavender tones.
✅ Pots and containers - Ideal for patios, courtyards, and balconies.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 40 to 60cm apart. Closer spacing creates a fuller look faster, so adding extra plants is recommended for dense coverage.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant is naturally easy going and does not require mulching or fertiliser to remain healthy.
❔ FAQs About Aurea False Heather
Does Aurea False Heather flower all year round?
It flowers for most of the year in warm climates, providing continuous colour.
Is the golden foliage long lasting?
Yes, the bright golden leaves remain colourful throughout the growing season.
Can it handle full sun?
Yes, it thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions.
Is it suitable for pots and small gardens?
Yes, its compact size makes it perfect for containers and smaller spaces.
Is this plant suitable for beginner gardeners?
Yes, it is low maintenance, forgiving, and very easy to grow.
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