Botanical Name: Cuphea hyssopifolia ‘FloriGlory® Maria’ Common Name: Cuphea, Mexican Heather Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 9–11); Grown as an Annual Elsewhere Size: 12–18" Tall × 12–18" Spread Growth Habit: Compact, Mounding, Dense, Well-Branched Habit Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade Soil: Well-Drained, Average to Fertile Soil Water Needs: Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost Fertilizer: Light Feeding During Active Growth Features: Bright Magenta Blooms That Cover a Fine, Bushy Habit; Part of the FloriGlory® Series Bred for Exceptional Flower Density Uses: Containers, Edging, Borders, Mass Plantings, Pollinator Gardens

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More About Cuphea ‘FloriGlory® Maria’

Cuphea ‘FloriGlory® Maria’ is a standout Mexican heather selection prized for its intense magenta flowers and remarkably dense bloom coverage. The small, star-shaped blooms appear continuously along fine-textured foliage, creating a vibrant, colorful display that lasts from late spring until frost.

As part of the FloriGlory® series, ‘Maria’ was bred for improved branching, uniform growth, and dramatically higher flower density. Unlike older Mexican heather varieties that could thin out or flower unevenly, this selection stays full, tidy, and consistently colorful throughout the season.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘FloriGlory® Maria’ has been exceptionally dependable through summer heat and humidity. It establishes quickly, maintains a clean, mounded shape, and continues flowering heavily without deadheading.

We especially appreciate its impact in mass plantings and containers. The vivid magenta color reads clearly from a distance, while the fine texture keeps it from feeling heavy or overwhelming. Bees and other small pollinators visit regularly throughout the season.

Cuphea ‘FloriGlory® Maria’ vs. Other Cuphea

Compared to standard Cuphea hyssopifolia selections, ‘FloriGlory® Maria’ delivers far more flowers, denser growth, and better uniformity. Where older types may fade or open up mid-season, this variety stays compact and richly colored.

When compared to other FloriGlory® colors like ‘Diana,’ ‘Maria’ offers a bolder, more saturated flower color with the same excellent structure and performance. For gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, heat-tolerant plant with nonstop magenta blooms, Cuphea ‘FloriGlory® Maria’ is an outstanding choice.