I bought what I thought were 6 small tubs of heather about 3 years ago, of which this was one, to go onto my family grave. Eventually this one became a huge and beautiful shrub like a golden globe and took over the whole space and looked perfect. Now, after many months of blooming I have clipped it a bit as it seemed in need but I wondered if it needs taking back right down to the really woody part now. The photo was taken when it looked its best.
That is a beautiful plant. It would be difficult to pinpoint the exact cultivar of Scotch heather, but there is a Calluna vulgaris 'Gold Haze' that looks very similar. It is recommended to cut them back after flowering.
https://www.heathersociety.org/growing-aftercare-faq/
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/heather/growing-heather.htm
had an abnormal freeze in Springtown tx Mexican Heather is all dark brown How much should I prune back
You can try cutting them back to the ground and see if they will regrow. Make sure there is no more frost coming before you cut them back. Mexican heather, however, does not tolerate a hard frost, so you may have lost them.
Have small garden areas in my yard. Concerned Mexican heather will become invasive.
Mexican heather is not hardy in your zone 7 so it shouldn't be a problem. It will die out with the first hard frost.
I want to replant my Mexican Heathers and it’s the first week in October, will they be okay
Mexican Heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia) is a warm-season annual or perennial plant that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8b and above. In Zone 8b, which typically has mild winters, you can plant Mexican Heather during the spring or early summer when the temperatures have warmed up and the risk of frost has passed.
Here's a general guideline for planting Mexican Heather in Zone 8b:
Soil Preparation: Prepare well-draining soil with organic matter to improve moisture retention. Mexican Heather prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Sunlight: Choose a location that receives full sun to light shade. Mexican Heather performs best in bright, indirect sunlight.
Planting Time: Wait until the last frost date in your area has passed before planting. In Zone 8b, this typically occurs in late winter or early spring. I would try and keep them safe until then.
Planting Depth: Dig a hole that is as deep as the root ball and slightly wider to accommodate the plant. Space multiple plants about 12 inches apart.
Watering: Water your Mexican Heather regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once established, it is somewhat drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during dry spells.
Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to help conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Fertilizing: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or a fertilizer formulated for flowering plants to promote healthy growth and abundant blooms. Follow the recommended dosage on the fertilizer label.
Pruning: Mexican Heather can benefit from occasional pruning to encourage bushier growth and to remove spent flowers.
Remember that the specific planting and care requirements may vary slightly based on your local climate and soil conditions, so it's a good idea to consult with a local nursery or garden center for more personalized advice.
Just in case you wanted to update your article called "Propagating Heather Plants: How Do I Propagate Heather Plants" ... This article states "Place the seeds on a tray and place them in a 250 degree F. (121 C.) oven for 30 seconds". I have been looking through the literature and found that 120 C for 30s is on the very limit of beneficial effect. Therefore, your article is not wrong but it might be better to write something like "100 - 120 C for 20 - 25 seconds". Whittaker, Edith, and C. H. Gimingham. 1962. The effects of fire on regeneration of Calluna 'vulgaris (L) Hull. from seed J. Ecol. 50(3) :815-22. states that: "... The initial effect of treatment at higher than normal temperatures in the range 40-160 C is an increase both in the numbers germinating and in the germination rate. While at 40 C and 80 C this effect is maintained in treatments lasting up to 1 minute, at 120 C treatments exceeding 30 seconds show depression of germination, and this becomes pronounced at 160 C with treatments longer than 20 seconds."