Cryptostegia grandifora Rubber vine Good looking but vigorous aggresive tropical vine which may take over in areas wetter than South Texas. Easy
Cupaniopsis anacardiodes Carrotwood Well adapted infrequent subtropical tree grown for its attractive evergreen foliage. Resembles a sausage tree when not in bloom but takes more cold
Cuphea species Floriferous small perennial shrub commonly used throughout the southern US. Best for here are the popular Mexican heather, C. hyssopifolia (above), which likes good amended soil, and the cigar plant C. ignea (below), which grows easily. They may need pruning back to keep looking fresh and clean 46