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

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 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

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