Also known as Bacopa · 16 gardener saves
Sutera: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Sutera, the genus most gardeners know as bacopa. We track 6 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 6 most-saved Sutera varieties
Of 6 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedSnowstorm Blue Bacopa
Sutera cordata 'Snowstorm Blue'
#2 most savedBacopa
Sutera cordata 'White'
#3 most savedBlue Bacopa
Sutera cordata 'Blutopia Blue'
Snowstorm Snow Globe Bacopa
Sutera x hybrida 'Snowstorm Snow Globe'
Snowstorm Giant Snowflake
Sutera x hybrida 'Snowstorm Giant Snowflake'
Snowstorm Rose Sutera
Sutera cordata 'Snowstorm Rose'
How to grow Sutera
What the Sutera varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 6 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Sutera year
- PruneJune and July100% of varieties
Shear back leggy stems by up to one-third mid-season to refresh growth.
- FertilizeApril–August100% of varieties
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks, especially for container plants.
- PlantMarch–May83% of varieties
Plant transplants or rooted cuttings after the last frost date.
- Pinch TipsApril and May33% of varieties
Pinch back growing tips early in the season to encourage bushier growth.
Do
- Pinch back to promote bushier growth
- Water deeply during dry spells 🌱
- Fertilize monthly during active growth
- Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist 🌱
- Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t let soil dry out completely
- Refrain from excessive fertilization which can cause legginess
- Overwater to avoid root rot ❌
What goes wrong with Sutera
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing on foliage | Use horticultural oil or miticides |
| Mealybugs | White cottony clusters on stems and leaves | Apply horticultural oil or wipe with alcohol |
| Root rot | Wilting and browning of foliage | Improve drainage, reduce watering |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide |
Making more Sutera
Cuttings
- Select healthy semi-hardwood stems in late summer.
- Cut 4-inch sections and remove lower leaves.
- Dip cut ends in rooting hormone.
- Plant in moist potting mix.
- Keep humidity high and roots develop in 4–6 weeks.
Seeds
- Sow seeds on surface of moist soil in early spring
- Keep soil consistently moist
- Germination occurs in 2-3 weeks
Sutera questions
How many types of Sutera are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 6 distinct Sutera varieties. The most popular — ranked by 16 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Sutera grow in?
Across its varieties, Sutera covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Sutera bloom?
Most Sutera varieties bloom in spring to fall, late spring, spring to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Sutera should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Sutera shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Sutera in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
