General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Plant Height: 18 - 24 inches
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Bi-Color: Red with large dark purple centers
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots

Trade name information:
Series: Vienco®
Trade Name: Purple Red
Cultivar name: 'Vienco Purple Red'
Common names
  • Hybrid Batface Cuphea
  • Mexican False Heather

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