Justicia brandegeeana 'Yellow Queen'

Also Known As

Beloperone guttata
Justicia brandegeana 'White'
Justicia brandegeana 'Yellow Queen'
Justicia brandegeana 'Yellow'
Justicia brandegeeana
Chartreuse Shrimp Plant
Shrimp Plant
White Shrimp Plant
Yellow Queen Shrimp Plant
Yellow Shrimp Plant

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

9a-11

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Justicia brandegeeana 'Yellow Queen' plant details

Justicia brandegeeana 'Yellow Queen' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer chartreuse, white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia brandegeeana 'Yellow Queen'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse, white and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia brandegeeana 'Yellow Queen'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beloperone guttata, a terrific houseplant produces 3" creamy white bract-like blooms year-round. Likes bright indirect light.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Pure white shrimp-like blooms emerge from the arching spikes of long-lasting chartreuse bracts. Blooms from spring to fall. An easy and durable slowly spreading tropical perennial.