Cuphea llavea

Red Cuphea

Family: Lythraceae Loosestrife


Type Annual
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Mid Spring, Early Summer to Early Fall, Mid Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, massing
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm
Growth rate Fast
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies
Leaf color n/a
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attracts birds, invasive