Firecracker Plant Cuphea Ignea David Verity – Healthy Starter Plant – Red Orange Blooms

Bring the Firecracker Plant to Your Garden

The Firecracker Plant, also known for its fiery blooms, is a delightful addition to any garden or indoor space. This tender perennial hybrid boasts vibrant red-orange and yellow tubular flowers that resemble lit firecrackers or cigars, hence its common names. Its free-flowering nature ensures a continuous display of color from spring through fall, making it a garden favorite. The Firecracker Plant is an excellent choice for those seeking low-maintenance, high-impact color in their outdoor or indoor plant collections.

This versatile plant offers numerous benefits for both the gardener and the environment. Its unique blooms are a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies, adding life and activity to your garden ecosystem. Whether you’re looking to create mass plantings, add flair to mixed containers, define landscape borders, or beautify hanging baskets, the Firecracker Plant excels. It even thrives as a houseplant, bringing its cheerful colors indoors. In warmer climates (zones 8-10), enjoy its lush green foliage year-round. In colder regions, it performs beautifully as an annual or can be easily overwintered indoors, extending its vibrant display.

The Firecracker Plant features a beautiful mounding habit, typically reaching 20-30 inches in height and width, but can grow up to 36-48 inches in tropical climates, showcasing its adaptability. Its robust nature and stunning appearance make it a favorite among gardeners of all skill levels. Each healthy starter plant is shipped in a convenient plug-size container, ready to be transplanted into your desired location, ensuring a smooth transition and rapid establishment in your garden or home.

For optimal growth, space your Firecracker Plants 20-30 inches apart in well-drained soil and provide plenty of sunlight, ideally at least 6 hours of direct sun per day. Regular watering is essential, especially during hot weather, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. In colder regions, bringing containers indoors during the winter months or growing them exclusively indoors will ensure their continued health and beauty. With proper care, your Firecracker Plant will reward you with a profusion of eye-catching blooms and vibrant foliage, creating a stunning focal point.

Frequently Asked Questions

• 1. How big will my Firecracker Plant get?
  Typically, it grows to 20-30 inches tall and wide, but can reach 36-48 inches in warmer, tropical climates.
• 2. What kind of sunlight does it need?
  The Firecracker Plant thrives in full sun. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for best flowering.
• 3. How often should I water it?
  Water regularly, especially during hot weather. Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
• 4. Is the Firecracker Plant safe for my pets?
  Yes, it’s considered child and pet-safe, making it a worry-free addition to family gardens.
• 5. Can I grow it indoors?
  Absolutely! It makes an excellent houseplant, particularly in a hanging basket. Ensure it receives plenty of bright, indirect light.