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Bacopa 'Snowflake'

Scientific Name: Sutera cordata cv. 'Snowflake' Kuntze
Synonym: Bacopa cordata, Bacopa 'snowflake', Chaenostoma cordatum
Family: Scrophulariaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 28°F (-2°C)

Heat Tolerance: Light shade in Phoenix

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: Southeastern USA, to Central America

Growth Habits: Trailing perennial, up to 4-6 inches high (10-15 cm), 1 foot long stems (30 cm)

Watering Needs: Keep soil moist, well drained, flowers will drop if underwatered

Propagation: Seeds, cuttings

Good for hanging baskets

Culture:
Does better in slightly acid soil. Fertilize regularly with high nitrogen fertilizer, supplemental iron will also help.

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