Justicia brandegeeana red-flowered
Also Known As
- Beloperone guttata
- Justicia brandegeana 'Red'
- Shrimp Plant
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 36"
- W: 36"
planting zones
- 8b-11
Justicia brandegeeana red-flowered plant details
Justicia brandegeeana red-flowered is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red 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. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia brandegeeana red-flowered
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 36 IN - wide, 0 - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia brandegeeana red-flowered
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Justicia brandegeeana red-flowered plant
How to Grow Justicia brandegeeana red-flowered
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 20"-24"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6'
Width: 12'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 4'-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 4'-6'
- bright shade - shade
- regular - occasional
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