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Lavender Lace Cuphea

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  • Light Requirement is Full Sun
  • Height 10-12 Inches
  • Width 16-18 Inches
  • Use as a filler when using in containers
  • Perfect for fairy gardens!
  • Growing Zones 9 - 11

Lavender Lace Cuphea hyssopifolia is that tropical accent to make the summer complete. With its green glossy foliage and small trumpet, blooms Cuphea softens the edge of a landscape or a container. Its flowers bloom from spring into summer. It is short in stature, measuring 12 inches in height. Also known as Mexican Heather, Lavender Lace Cuphea has a spread of 16 to 18 inches and grows in a mounding habit.

Cuphea is easy going and is a beautiful addition to any garden. It’s purple blooms attract hummingbirds. Spent blooms are dust in the wind, so no deadheading is required. Native to parts of Mexico and Guatemala, Cuphea stands up to the heat and drought. When planted in a container, this plant does an excellent job as a filler. Design and plant Cuphea along walkways and borders to make a grand entrance. Use large colorful containers around a pool or patio to create a lush tropical feel. This plant is also a surprising addition to an enchanted fairy garden.

Lavender Lace Cuphea Care

The care is very minimal. Cuphea loves at least 6 hours of sun daily. It has medium water requirements and it needs average, well-draining soil. No trimming is needed. If in a container, add an application of slow-release fertilizer once per season. If planted in the landscape add an annual application of fertilizer or compost to keep it vigorous. Typically this plant is not bothered by pests or insects. Browning leaves are an indication to water deeply and more frequently.

Cuphea is a tropical shrub to zones 9 to 11, but it is an annual in zones 8 and below. This plant does not tolerate frost and typically does not do well overwintering in more temperate zones.

Lavender Lace Cuphea Spacing

When planting in the landscape or containers, space Cuphea 16 to 18 inches apart. Use at least a 14-inch pot when planting it in a container.

Lavender Lace Cuphea Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Description: Lavender
Bloom Period: Planting To Hard Frost
Foliage Color(s) Green
Light Exposure: Full Sun
Height Class: Short
Height: 10-12 Inches
Spread: 16-18 Inches
Spacing: 16-18 Inches
Habit: Mounded
Watering: Average
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Attracts: Birds, Hummingbirds
Container Role: Filler
Use Types: Container, Landscape
Features: Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer, Deadheading Not Necessary, Pollinator Attractor
Maintenance: Easy
Scientific Name: Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Lavender Lace'.
Common Name: Lavender Lace Cuphea
Other Name(s): Firecracker plant, cigar flower, Mexican cigar plant, Mexican heather, Hawaiian heather, bat flower, bunny ears, false heather, elfin herb
Plant Type: Annual
Brand: Proven Selections
SKU:
CUPLLP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.