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Cuphea llavea 'Tiny Winnie'

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 20 - 40 cm (8 - 16 in)
Spread 25 - 45 cm (10 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tender perennial Cuphea llavea 'Tiny Winnie' (batface cuphea) yields showy, bright red and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid spring to late autumn. This plant is mound shaped in form and has fine textured and semi-evergreen foliage.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container, hanging basket and tropical.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Cuphea llavea 'Tiny Winnie' . Cuphea llavea 'Tiny Winnie' is tolerant of drought.