Bacopa Failing in Mixed Pots? Heat & Watering Mismatch

Bacopa (Sutera) looks ragged in pots with thriving geraniums and spikes. Full NY sun 6.5 hrs/day. Miracle-Gro soil, daily attention.

Why Bacopa Struggles

Heat sensitivity: Bacopa declines in sustained heat.
Water needs: Geraniums/spikes tolerate drying; bacopa needs even moisture. Drying between waterings damages it.

Both handle heat/sun better and pair well with geraniums.

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