blue waxweed
Also known as: clammy cuphea; tarweed
A bushy, half-hardy annual with purple flowers produced over a long period from summer into autumn. The leaves and the stems are both sticky
Scientific classification
- Species
- blue waxweed (Cuphea viscosissima)
- Genus
- Cuphea
- Family
- Lythraceae
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- Toxicity
- Conservatory Greenhouse · Bedding · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
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- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of blue waxweed
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of blue waxweed
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blue waxweed care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed; ideally sow direct where plants are to flower
Growing
GrowingBest grown in well-drained soil in a sheltered site in partial shade or full sun; it benefits from shading from hot sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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