Purple Chinese Houses (Collinsia Heterophylla) is a annual herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Collinsia heterophylla is an annual herbaceous plant native to California, known for its distinctive tiered flowers resembling a Chinese pagoda.

Purple Chinese Houses

Purple Chinese Houses

Collinsia Heterophylla

Collinsia heterophylla is an annual herbaceous plant native to California, known for its distinctive tiered flowers resembling a Chinese pagoda.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, slightly humusy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Purple Chinese Houses

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Collinsia