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Cuphea nudicostata

Also Known As

  • Cuphea chiapensis
  • Cuphea nelsonii
  • Cuphea sanguinea

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Cuphea nudicostata plant details

Cuphea nudicostata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cuphea nudicostata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lythraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cuphea nudicostata

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Cuphea nudicostata plant

How to Grow Cuphea nudicostata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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