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Cuphea 'Cherrybells' - S1
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Cuphea 'Cherrybells'

Cuphea ignea
Dripping with flower chimes in bright cherry red and yellow displayed along its branches, 'Cherrybells' is an easy-care summer bloomer for pots, for it sheds its old flowers as new ones open and thrives in the heat. It plays with others nicely, too, serving as the filler in mixed containers.
SKU #P8516

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Details
Shipped As
Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Lifecycle
Annual; tender perennial
Annual Hardiness
Tender Annual
Mature Size
1' h x 1-1.5' w
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Regular to rich, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Red tubular flowers tipped in gold
Features
Great for containers
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
Attracts Hummingbirds
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After all danger of frost has passed.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Cuphea 'Cherrybells' is small but mighty, boasting massive flower power on a compact plant that withstands high heat and blooms all summer. Self-cleaning, it drops old flowers as new blooms open, and its freely-branching nature ensures a full, mounded form. Minimal care requirements, for regular fertilization and watering are all that's needed to keep it productive. It's an excellent choice for garden edging, containers, and window boxes.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
About 1" per week. While somewhat drought tolerant, greater moisture availability will increase growth and blooming.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH
Fertilizer:
Fertilize with an organically sourced water-soluble fertilizer once per month. Alternatively, mix in a balanced granular fertilizer after planting.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems. If aphids or whiteflies appear spray with Insecticidal soap. Avoid root rots by placing in a well-drained setting.