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Flamenco Cha Cha Cuphea Plant

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  • - Bat Face
  • - Height: 10-12 inches
  • - Growing Zone: 2-11
  • - Exposure: Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: Spring-Fall
  • - Each Quart Pot contains 1 Flamenco Cha Cha Cuphea Plant
Plant Features

Flamenco Cha Cha Cuphea (Cuphea llavea) is a vibrant, eye-catching variety offering a lively display of color and movement in the garden. This compact, mounding plant features an abundance of small, tubular flowers in a fiery blend of red and purple, each adorned with two elongated petals that dance in the breeze like a flamenco dancer's skirt.

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant in spring after the last frost date
  • - Space plants 12-18 inches apart
  • - Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, or as a colorful border plant
  • - Typically grows 12-18 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
  • - Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water when the top inch of soil feels dry
  • - More drought-tolerant than many annuals once established
  • - Container plants may require more frequent watering

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring
  • - Apply a water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

  • - Minimal pruning required; Flamenco Cha Cha has a naturally compact, mounding habit
  • - Pinch back young plants to encourage bushiness
  • - Trim lightly if plants become leggy
  • - Deadheading is not necessary as it's self-cleaning

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Generally pest-resistant, but watch for aphids and whiteflies

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Produces an abundance of small, tubular flowers
  • - Blooms continuously from spring through fall
  • - Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies

Light Requirements:

  • - Prefers full sun for best flowering
  • - Can tolerate partial shade, but may reduce flower production

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Excellent heat tolerance, perfect for summer gardens
  • - Can tolerate light frost, but protect when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Flamenco Cha Cha Cuphea:

  • - Calibrachoa: Offers similar small flowers in a variety of complementary colors
  • - Petunias: Provides larger flowers that contrast with Cuphea's small blooms
  • - Verbena: Adds complementary colors and a similar growth habit
  • - Lantana: Offers contrasting flower clusters and thrives in similar conditions
  • - Coleus: Provides colorful foliage to complement Cuphea's vibrant flowers
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Height Category Short
Mature Spread 10-12 inches
Habit Mounded
Flower Color Pink, Purple
Foliage Color Green
Garden Styles Container Garden, Pollinator Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Focal Point
Pet Friendly Yes
Plant Type Hybrid
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