Firecracker Cuphea

Call it what you like... Cuphea, Firecracker Plant, Cigar Plant... they're all perfect. Whatever you choose, this plant does one thing exceedingly well! In summer, it's covered with dainty, bright red and purple, narrow 1” tubular blooms that are rich in nectar. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds by the boatload all summer long. This trailing annual is great choice for baskets and containers.

Light: Most to Full Sun
Water: Water regularly, especially in hot months
Soil: Average, well-draining
Height:  10-16 inches
Width: 20-24 inches
Habit: Trailing
Container Role: Spiller