Creekside Champions Cuphea
Best low maintenance floral choice for attracting local pollinators.
A heat-loving, low-maintenance plant that provides a constant supply of nectar for pollinators. Its tidy, mounded habit and drought tolerance make it an effortless choice for adding vibrant, long-lasting color to containers and garden beds.
$11.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners in hot climates seeking low-maintenance, sun-loving floral displays
- Wildlife enthusiasts wanting to create a bustling pollinator-friendly backyard habitat
- Busy homeowners who prefer beautiful landscapes without constant manual upkeep
Who should skip it
- Northern gardeners looking for permanent, year-round perennial landscape solutions
- Landscapers dealing with poorly draining clay or swampy garden patches
- Budget-conscious planters seeking a one-time investment for their flower beds
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Fiery tubular blooms act as a literal beacon for local hummingbirds.
Bloom Duration
Consistent color output from late spring straight through the first frost.
Drought Resilience
Once established, it handles dry spells with impressive, low-maintenance ease.
Growth Habit
Maintains a tidy, mounded shape without requiring constant pruning or shaping.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, garden borders, or expansive mass plantings.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in intense sun where other delicate flowers often wilt.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Annual, Perennial
Height
18 - 24 inches
Spread
24 - 36 inches
Spacing
24 - 36 inches
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Requirement
Average
Bloom Time
Late Spring, Summer, Fall
Habit
Mounded
Attracts
Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Hardiness Zones
8a-11b
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