Cuphea hyssopifolia (Pot Size 13cm) False Heather sold by Boma Garden Centre

Mexican heather is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub producing delicate trumpet-shaped lavender flowers from summer until the first frost. Native to tropical Mexico and Guatemala, this easy-to-grow plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making it excellent for adding colour and pollinator interest to patios and borders.It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, though it will tolerate partial shade. While naturally a tropical perennial in frost-free zones, it is typically grown as an annual in temperate climates or as a container plant moved indoors during winter. Once established, Cuphea becomes quite drought-tolerant, though young plants need consistent watering.Trim in spring if a neater, more compact shape is desired. Pink and white-flowered cultivars are also available.