Firecracker Plant
Firecracker Plant (Cuphea ignea)
Firecracker Plant (Cuphea ignea), also known as Cigar Plant, is a tropical evergreen shrub prized for its continuous display of fiery orange-red, tubular flowers. This low-maintenance plant thrives in warm climates and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it a vibrant addition to garden beds, borders, and containers.
Distinctive Features
Firecracker Plant produces an abundance of slender, bright orange-red flowers tipped with white and deep purple, resembling a lit cigar. Its dense, bushy habit and glossy green foliage create a lush, tropical appearance, making it a standout in any landscape.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Thrives in well-draining, fertile soil.
- Water: Requires moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11; can be grown as an annual in cooler climates.
Ideal Uses
- Garden Borders: Provides a vibrant splash of color in mixed plantings.
- Containers: Thrives in pots and hanging baskets for patios and balconies.
- Pollinator Gardens: A favorite of hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
Low Maintenance Care
Firecracker Plant is an easy-to-grow plant that offers long-lasting blooms with minimal effort.
- Watering: Water regularly until established; drought-tolerant once mature.
- Pruning: Trim lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
- Propagation: Easily propagated by stem cuttings.
Why Choose Firecracker Plant?
With its striking, cigar-shaped flowers, long blooming season, and pollinator-friendly nature, Firecracker Plant is an excellent choice for adding vibrant color and energy to landscapes.
- Continuous Blooms: Flowers from spring through fall.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
- Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry conditions once established.
- Focal Point: A bold and tropical addition to any garden.
For those looking to introduce a striking and low-maintenance flowering plant, Firecracker Plant (Cuphea ignea) is an excellent choice.
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