Cupheas 'Vermillionaire' (Cuphea 'Vermillionaire')

Cupheas 'Vermillionaire'

Also known as: Cigar plants 'Vermillionaire'

Cupheas '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.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

30 cm to 90 cm

Plant Height

30 cm to 60 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

Yellow, Red, Orange

Flower Color

Care Guide for Cupheas 'Vermillionaire'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix, Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Cupheas 'Vermillionaire' prefers consistent moisture and struggles in drought or waterlogged conditions. Weekly watering is essential to maintain optimum hydration, especially during the active growing season to enhance flowering. Regular hydration supports its vibrant blooms, making it ideal for outdoor cultivation.

Fertilize: Cupheas 'Vermillionaire' requires balanced nutrition with a higher nitrogen ratio during active growth. Apply diluted liquid fertilizer bi-weekly in spring and summer, and monthly in autumn. Avoid fertilizing in winter. Regular feeding enhances health and blooms, adapting to seasonal needs.

Pruning: Cupheas 'Vermillionaire' features bright orange tubular flowers and compact growth. Prune from early to late winter to encourage new growth and flowering. Remove damaged stems and trim lightly for shape. Use clean tools to prevent disease; consult reliable horticultural sources for specific care instructions.

Propagation: Native to Mexico and Central America, cupheas 'Vermillionaire' features tubular orange blooms that attract hummingbirds. Propagate using semi-hardwood cuttings in late spring or summer, applying rooting hormone and maintaining humidity. Ensure cuttings have 2-3 leaf nodes in well-draining soil. After rooting, cupheas 'Vermillionaire' prefers full sun or partial shade.

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