New and Unread Tree-Mails
| Cuphea nudicostata | Accepted |
| Cuphea nelsonii | Synonym |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
| Plant Height: | 12 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 36 inches |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Red |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall Fall |
| Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
| Uses: | Groundcover Suitable as Annual |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies Hummingbirds |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
