Cuphea Hummingbirds Lunch
Best pollinator-friendly shrub for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance seasonal color.
This is the ultimate low-maintenance magnet for hummingbirds and pollinators. While its compact, firecracker-red blooms demand full sun, the trade-off is a relentless, season-long display that thrives in heat where other delicate flowers simply wilt.
$15.00
Who it's for
- Birdwatchers looking to attract hummingbirds to their garden
- Gardeners wanting vibrant blooms from spring through autumn
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, heat-tolerant plants
Who should skip it
- Pesticide-averse growers wanting a hands-off plant experience
- Gardeners seeking permanent, year-round landscape perennials
- Busy gardeners unable to provide consistent watering
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
High-nectar tubular blooms act as a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies.
Bloom Longevity
Provides consistent, vibrant color from early spring through the first frost.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in sweltering conditions where other delicate perennials might struggle.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to garden borders, patio containers, or indoor living spaces.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal effort once established, perfect for low-maintenance landscape designs.
Compact Growth
Ideal rounded habit fits perfectly into tight spaces or small containers.
Key Specs
SKU
27794
Genus
Cuphea
Variety
'Cupp1751'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
12 in
Mature Width
2 Feet
Hardiness Zones
8 - 10
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