Cuphea purpurea 'Firecracker'
Cuphea

Cuphea purpurea 'Firecracker' - Cuphea from Moose Crossing Garden Center

- Bright red and purple flowers
- Mounded, trailing habit
- Solid green foliage
- Great in containers, or mass planted borders

Blooms all Season

Border or Bed

Container

Fast Growing

Long Blooming

Low Maintenance

Full Sun
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Deadheading not necessary Thrives in heat; drought tolerant Plant in average-drier soils Fertilize weekly
Height: 10-14 in
Spread: 20-24 in
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 3-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Long Blooming
- Container
- Blooms all Season
- Fast Growing
- Low Maintenance
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained