Cuphea llavea 'Vienco Lavender'

Also Known As

Vienco Lavender Bat Face Cuphea
Vienco Lavender Cuphea

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 12"-16"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

9a-10b

Cuphea llavea 'Vienco Lavender' plant details

Cuphea llavea 'Vienco Lavender' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cuphea llavea 'Vienco Lavender'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cuphea llavea 'Vienco Lavender'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Often called bat face cuphea, this fluttery, flower-filled variety is my new "go to" plant for summery containers! It combines well with Sweetheart Red sweet potato, Florida Sun Rose coleus and phygelius. A native of Mexico, it is heat and drought tolerant once established. Provide well-drained soil with a neutral pH and slow release fertilizer, and enjoy flower-filled containers all summer.