Bacopa

🌿 Bacopa – 4.5" Pot – Description

Small but mighty, Bacopa (Sutera cordata) is a charming, trailing plant that adds vibrant color and a light, airy feel to any garden or container. With its dainty, white, pink, or lavender blooms and delicate, rounded leaves, Bacopa creates a soft, cascading effect—perfect for hanging baskets, window boxes, and the edges of containers. It’s a plant that brings a smile every time you see it, with flowers that feel like tiny little treasures and leaves that gently spill over the sides of your garden containers.

Beloved for its beauty and ease of care, Bacopa is ideal for creating vibrant, low-maintenance displays that brighten up any space. Whether spilling over the edge of a porch pot or filling out a sunny flower bed, this plant exudes the joy of a warm afternoon spent with loved ones, enjoying nature’s simple gifts.

Type: Annual (perennial in tropical zones)
Foliage: Bright green, rounded leaves
Flowers: Small, star-like blooms in white, pink, or lavender
Growth Habit: Trailing and spreading
Mature Size: 6–12 inches tall, trails 12–18 inches
Bloom Time: Spring through fall
Attracts Pollinators: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love the blooms

🌱 How to Care for Bacopa (4.5" Pot)

Perfect for Wright’s Market customers who want vibrant color and easy-growing charm, Bacopa is an excellent choice for creating soft, cascading displays that brighten every corner of your garden.

☀️ Sunlight:

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• At least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight for abundant blooms

• Can tolerate some afternoon shade, but blooms may be fewer in lower light conditions

🌾 Soil:

• Prefers well-draining soil

• Grows well in containers, raised beds, or hanging baskets

• Does well in moist, but not soggy, soil conditions

💧 Watering:

• Regular watering is essential—keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

• Bacopa does not like to dry out completely, so keep an eye on it, especially in containers

• Ensure good drainage in containers to avoid root rot

🌿 Pruning:

• Regular pinching of the growing tips will encourage fuller growth and more flowers

• Remove any dead or faded flowers to promote continuous blooming

• Trim back any leggy or overgrown stems to maintain a compact shape

🌱 Fertilizing:

• Feed regularly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season

• Bacopa thrives on light feeding every 2–4 weeks

• Over-fertilizing can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms, so keep it light and consistent

🐛 Pest & Disease Care:

• Bacopa is relatively pest-resistant but occasionally attracts aphids or whiteflies

• Keep an eye out for spider mites, especially in dry conditions—mist leaves to increase humidity if needed

• Good airflow around the plant will help reduce the risk of fungal issues

❄️ Cold Sensitivity:

• Hardy in USDA Zones 9–11

• In colder zones, Bacopa is treated as an annual but can be overwintered indoors in containers if desired

• Bacopa is sensitive to frost—bring containers inside before the first frost of the season

Bacopa is a true garden delight, offering soft, trailing beauty with little maintenance required. Its vibrant flowers and delicate foliage make it an easy choice for busy gardeners who still want to create a space filled with color and charm. Whether you're filling a hanging basket, edging a flower bed, or simply adding a bit of cheer to your porch, Bacopa is sure to bring a touch of joy to every corner of your garden.