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Justicia brandegeeana variegated
Also Known As
- Justicia brandegeana 'Variegata'
- Variegata Shrimp Plant
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Justicia brandegeeana variegated plant details
Justicia brandegeeana variegated is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia brandegeeana variegated
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia brandegeeana variegated
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Justicia brandegeeana variegated plant
How to Grow Justicia brandegeeana variegated
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Dicliptera sericea, Dicliptera sericea, Dicliptera suberecta, Jacobina suberecta, Justicia suberecta, Firecracker Flower, Hummingbird Flower, Hummingbird Plant, King's Crown, Uraguayan Firecracker Plant
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 20"-24"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Chiparosa, Chuparosa, Hummingbird Bush
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6'
Width: 12'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Arizona Water Willow, Red Justicia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Beloperone comosa, Beloperone fulvicoma, Mexican Plume, Orange Shrimp Plant
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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