Buy Cuphea cyanea 'Copper Cricket'

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

10a-12

3 inch pot | $14

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Cuphea cyanea 'Copper Cricket' plant details

Cuphea cyanea 'Copper Cricket' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer apricot flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cuphea cyanea 'Copper Cricket'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, patio

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cuphea cyanea 'Copper Cricket'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The CUTEST tender shrub from Mexico! Soft growth to 3', tipped with apricot copper 'crickets' with blue eyes…all summer and well into fall! Enjoys a sunny spot and happy in a container. We overwinter ours easily in a greenhouse kept just above freezing. May be hardier but we have not tested this yet! Quite a conversation piece as a specimen in a pot on a patio or deck!