Cuphea (4.5")

Cuphea hybrid

Fill your garden with cheerful color and the sweet hum of pollinators with Cuphea, available at Wright’s Market. Sometimes called "Cigar Plant" or "Firecracker Plant," Cuphea offers a burst of tiny, tubular blooms that invite hummingbirds, butterflies, and joyful memories of long summer days spent outdoors with family and friends.

A Little History:
Native to warm regions of the Americas, Cuphea has been a beloved garden favorite for generations, treasured for its vibrant blooms and hardworking spirit. It’s the kind of plant neighbors swap cuttings of over garden fences — a true symbol of sharing, connection, and the simple beauty of community.

Flower Meaning:
Cuphea’s bright blossoms represent energy, warmth, and lasting happiness — the perfect tribute to gardens built with love, laughter, and a spirit of welcome.

Where It Grows Best:
Cuphea thrives in full sun, loving warm days and well-drained soil. It’s wonderfully heat-tolerant and blooms tirelessly from spring to frost, making it a steadfast companion for gardens, porches, patios, and sunny flower beds.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Full sun

• Water: Moderate; allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings

• Soil: Well-draining soil; amend heavy soils with compost if needed

• Maintenance: Minimal — trim lightly to encourage even more blooms throughout the season

Complimentary Plant Material:
Plant your Cuphea alongside sun-loving favorites like lantana, salvia, and zinnias to create a lively, colorful retreat buzzing with life. For a softer cottage look, mix it with trailing verbena and dusty miller, crafting a garden that feels as friendly and welcoming as a hometown front porch.