Large Firecracker Plant 'David Verity', David Verity Cuphea
Noted for its dense floral display, Cuphea ‘David Verity’ (Large Firecracker Plant) is a compact, densely branched, evergreen sub-shrub boasting masses of cigar-shaped, fiery reddish-orange flowers from late spring to the first frosts. Rich in nectar, the blossoms are attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators. Blooming freely all season, this Cuphea has a bushy, rounded habit and a pretty foliage of lance-shaped, pointed, olive green leaves. Easy to grow, heat and drought tolerant, disease resistant, it is a terrific addition to sunny garden beds and containers where it creates a dazzling display through the summer. No wonder this tropical sub-shrub has gained fast popularity.
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lythraceae |
| Genus | Cuphea |
| Common names | Cuphea |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 18" - 30" (50cm - 80cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lythraceae |
| Genus | Cuphea |
| Common names | Cuphea |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 18" - 30" (50cm - 80cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
How many Cuphea ‘David Verity’ (Large Firecracker Plant) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Cuphea ‘David Verity’ (Large Firecracker Plant) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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