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Candy Corn Plant

Cuphea Micropetala

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Overview

The Candy Corn Plant, Cuphea micropetala, is an eye-catching perennial, flaunting tubular blooms with a vibrant duo of yellow tips and reddish bases, reminiscent of the festive kernels. This robust plant reaches a modest height of 2-3 feet and spreads similarly, providing a vivid splash in borders or pots. It thrives in USDA zones 8-10, flourishes in full sun to partial shade, and requires well-draining soil, offering continuous blooms from midsummer to fall.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — reminiscent of the festive kernels; thus contributing to the ecological health of the garden.<br><br>To ensure optimal

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Lythraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — flaunting tubular blooms with a vibrant duo of yellow tips and reddish bases; is an intriguing and vibrant perennial
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — It thrives in USDA zones 8-10
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — is an intriguing and vibrant perennial that will add a dash of whimsy and color to any landscape design
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — this charming specimen reaches a mature height of approximately 3 to 4 feet with an equal spread
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10; flourishes in full sun to partial shade
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — offering continuous blooms from midsummer to fall
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — displaying a striking amalgamation of yellow
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — This robust plant reaches a modest height of 2-3 feet and spreads similarly; shrub with multi-colored and, image 56
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — This robust plant reaches a modest height of 2-3 feet and spreads similarly; shrub with multi-colored and orange blooms
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — which provide a continuous bloom from mid-summer into early fall; providing a vivid splash in borders or, image 68
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — This long flowering period is not only visually appealing but is also a beacon for pollinators
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — scientifically termed Cuphea micropetala
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — This long flowering period is not only visually appealing but is also a beacon for pollinators; this, image 69
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — offering continuous blooms from midsummer to fall; and requires well-draining soil
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — including occasional pruning to maintain shape and promote denser growth; this plant can withstand a minimum
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — scientifically termed Cuphea micropetala; displaying a striking amalgamation of yellow, image 62
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — displaying a striking amalgamation of yellow; multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden, image 67
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — this plant can withstand a minimum temperature range of 10 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — making it an ideal medium-sized focal plant for garden beds or borders.<br><br>True to its common name, image 65
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — providing a vivid splash in borders or pots; it thrives in USDA zones 8-10
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — including occasional pruning to maintain shape and promote denser growth
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — providing a vivid splash in borders or pots
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — shrub with multi-colored and orange blooms
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