By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Native to Central America and Mexico, bat face cuphea plant (Cuphea llavea) is named for its interesting little bat-faced blooms of deep purple and bright red. The dense, bright green foliage provides a perfect backdrop for the masses of colorful, nectar-rich flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Bat face cuphea reaches mature heights of 18 to 24 inches with a spread of 12 to 18 inches. Read on for helpful information about growing a bat faced cuphea flower. Cuphea Plant Info Cuphea is perennial only in the warm climates of USDA plant hardiness zone 10 and above, but you can grow the plant as an annual if you live in a cooler climate. If you have a bright window, you may be able to bring the plant indoors for the winter. Growing a Bat Face Cuphea Flower The easiest way to
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