Cuphea - Susan's Little Gem

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Cuphea - Susan's Little Gem

The Cuphea Susans Little Gem, 'Cuphea varia', is a Proven Selections plant that has an upright habit and flowers all season long. Susans Little Gem can be used as a landscape plant, ornamental plant, in containers and groupings. . They produce masses of white flowers from spring through fall. Summers heat will not stop these unique flowers. The stems become slightly woody, arching and weather tough conditions. Place them in well drained soil and then look for Hummingbirds as they begin to flower. Pinching in early summer will promote branchingFor zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. ... details

 

Sweet Potato Vine - Black Heart The Sweet Potato Vine Black Heart, 'Ipomoea batatas', a Proven Winners selection, has a trailing habit and heart-shaped, deep purple leaves. This ornamental plant provides color and interest like no other plant. They are grown for their distinctive foliage and vigorous growth habit. Black Heart looks nice planted with lighter foliaged plants. Ornamental Sweet Potato Vines can be used as an annual groundcover or in hanging baskets and pots. They grow best when provided with a high light location and relatively warm temperatures. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial.

Cuphea - Susan's Little Gem