Last updated on April 30th, 2024 at 06:37 am
Bacopa Plants (Sutera cordata). Also called the water hyssop plant because it resembles the hyssop plant. These plants are annuals in the lower elevations of the Southwest they will not come back the following year.
It is a trailing plant perfect for hanging baskets or plants to fill with other annuals or perennials. It is important to keep the plant from drying out as it will not flower again. Keep moist but not soggy wet and fertilize with a good 20-20-20 all-purpose fertilizer. This great little flowering plant is native to South Africa. It can grow up to 3-4 ft. in height and will spread almost 4 ft. wide.
There are numerous species but the most common are the white and purple types. The Megacopa is a dark purple flower and there are many types of white varieties. You can see more of these plants over at Monrovia.com
The Bacopa plant is easy to grow and maintain during the spring, summer, and fall growing months. There is no pruning or deadheading involved. Just plant, water, and fertilize occasionally. Water consistently throughout the hot-summer months will ensure continuous blooms. It does not like to dry out.
It is considered annual in hotter regions zone eight or below. It is a perennial in cooler regions USDA zones 9,10, and 11.
The White Bacopa Plant
White trailing Bocapa in a garden box.
The Purple Bacopa Plant
Problems with Bacopa Plants
Aphids and Powdery are sometimes a problem with this plant. One of the best sprays to remove both problems is Neem oil. Neem oil is an organic insecticide/fungicide/miticide and can be used often until the problems have been removed. This product does have side effects, so it is important to read instructions thoroughly before using it.
More information about Insects and diseases on plants.
