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Sutera cordata

White Bacopa

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Description

White Bacopa is a prostrate ground cover with white flowers. It reaches 1' tall and spreads to 2' wide. This lovely plant blooms most of the year if given ample water (otherwise, flowers drop). Leaves are small, heart shaped, aromatic and heart shaped. Plant in full sun near coastal areas; provide afternoon shade or complete shade in warm inland areas. It does better in acid, rich soil that is well draining. This is a great plant for containers and hanging baskets.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Constant

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

High

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Seascape, Tropical, Water Garden, Wetlands, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Hanging Baskets

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.