Dynamite Cigar Plant 6 inch Pot

Dynamite Cigar Plant (Cuphea ignea ‘Dynamite’) Dynamite Cigar Plant is a compact warm-season subshrub that blooms nonstop with orange-red tubular flowers tipped in dark hues, resembling little cigars. Glossy, fine foliage forms a tidy mound that performs in heat and brings season-long color to beds and containers. Distinctive Features Self-cleaning, nectar-rich blooms attract hummingbirds from late spring to frost. Heat-tolerant plants maintain a neat outline with steady branching and continuous flowering. Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade, with afternoon shade in very hot climates. Soil: Well drained, moderately fertile soil or high-quality potting mix. Water: Keep evenly moist to establish; moderate water thereafter with brief drought tolerance. USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 to 11 outdoors; grow as an annual elsewhere. Mature Size: 1 to 2 ft tall and 1 to 2 ft wide. Ideal Uses Focal Point: Vivid tubular blooms provide bright, season-long color. Containers: Reliable performance on patios and porches with regular care. Edging: Low, mounded plants define paths and borders. Hanging Baskets: Lightly cascading tips soften rims and mix well with trailers. Pollinator Gardens: Nectar-rich flowers draw hummingbirds and beneficial insects. Low Maintenance Care Watering: Water deeply, then allow the top inch of soil to dry before the next cycle. Pruning: Pinch or shear lightly once or twice in summer to refresh shape and encourage more bloom. Fertilizing: Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced, dilute fertilizer. Mulching: Apply a 1 to 2 inch mulch layer in beds to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Notes: Protect from frost and ensure sharp drainage to prevent root stress in wet periods. Why Choose Dynamite Cigar Plant? Long Bloom Season: Flowers steadily from planting to frost. Hummingbird Magnet: Tubular blooms are highly attractive to pollinators. Heat Ready: Performs reliably through summer conditions. Compact Habit: Neat mounds fit containers and small-space borders. Low Effort: Minimal grooming needed for continuous display. Plant in a sunny, well drained spot and give a light midsummer trim to keep plants dense and flowering.