Jacobinia sp. [Dwarf Yellow]
Also Known As
- Justicia aurea
- Yellow Jacobinia
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Jacobinia sp. [Dwarf Yellow] plant details
Jacobinia sp. [Dwarf Yellow] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Jacobinia sp. [Dwarf Yellow]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, heart-shaped leaves, houseplant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Jacobinia sp. [Dwarf Yellow]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
DWARF YELLOW JACOBINA - A very rare and unusual plant with glossy green elongated heart shaped leaves on upright stems. Likes humidity, warmth, bright indirect light. Produces the most unusual bloom of pure yellow fuzzy bottlebrush like spikes from which yellow shrimp like petals emerge. Absolutely georgous in bloom. Minimum temp 55 degrees.
Gardening facts about Jacobinia sp. [Dwarf Yellow] plant
How to Grow Jacobinia sp. [Dwarf Yellow]
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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