cigar flower · Fertilizing

cigar flower · Cuphea ignea
Also known as: cigar plant; firecracker plant; Mexican cigar flower; red-white-and-blue flower; vegetable firecracker

Best grown in well-drained soil in a sheltered site in sun or partial shade but shade from hot sun. Alternatively grow in a pot under glass or as a houseplant

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed