Cuphea micropetala |
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Candy Corn Plant |
Description
Candy Corn Plant is a small evergreen shrub that grows to 1-3' tall with narrow penstemon-like foliage clothes the red stems. The flowers are multi-colored in red, yellow and orange tinges which gives it the Candy corn name.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange, Yellow
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.