How to Grow and Care for Cigar plant

Cigar plant, also known as Firecracker plant, Cigar flower, Mexican cigar plant, Vegetable firecracker

Cigar plant is known for its adaptability and low maintenance requirements, making it an easy-care plant ideal for beginners. Key care points include its preference for full sun exposure to encourage prolific blooming, and well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Ensure regular watering while allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering sessions for optimal health.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Cigar plant

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Potting Mix, Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	10-12

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Varieties of Cigar plant

Cigar plant 'Vermillionaire'

Cigar plant 'Vermillionaire' boasts a profusion of slender, tubular flowers radiating a vivid orange-red hue, alluring to hummingbirds. Dense foliage creates a lush backdrop, comprised of small, lance-shaped leaves with a bright green sheen. This heat-loving perennial thrives in full sunlight, manifesting its best flowering in warm climates, where it can form a bushy, floriferous display throughout the season.

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Cigar plant displays an intriguing rounded form with bushy foliage. Typically cultivated as an annual, this plant can reach a height of 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) with an equal spread. Its foliage consists of small, lance-shaped green leaves that provide a dense backdrop to a profusion of slender, tubular flowers. The flowers, which bloom throughout the year, are characterized by their bright red-orange hue, resembling miniature cigars with distinctively flared tips. Cigar plant's flower display is highly ornamental, making it an attractive option for container gardening or as a vibrant houseplant.