Justicia brandegeeana
Shrimp Plant
Description
This shrub will reach 3' x 3'. It has small, light green leaves. Unusual flowers with with red orange and yellow bracts form at the tips of branches. Blooms appear spring through fall. Needs partial shade and may require additional water to make it through the summer in the low desert. Excellent container plant.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Container, Filler
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.