- Cigar plant
Botanical name: cuphea ‘vermillionaire’
Beginner friendly?: no
Average size at maturity: 3 ft in height 2 ft in width
Bloom time: blooms in the summer and periodically throughout the year depending on climate
Hardy zone: zones 10-12
Flower color: yellow, orange, red
Foliage color: green
Growth rate: grows about 1-2 ft per year
Pruning instructions: prune in the winter during dormancy to maintain desired shape and size
Propagation methods: propagate by stem cuttings
Landscape use: pollinator garden, borders, container plant
Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: can bloom all year long in the proper climate
Watering instructions: water regularly in the summer and allow the first inch of soil to dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced fertilizer that is high in potassium and phosphorus in the early spring
Best time to plant: spring or summer
Best type of soil: loam, potting soil
Companion plants: passionflower, yarrow, marigolds
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and toxic for pets
Invasive species: no
