Justicia petiolaris subsp. bowiei
Also Known As
- Blue Justicia
- Kissing Leaves
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 1'-3'
- W: 1'-3'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Justicia petiolaris subsp. bowiei plant details
Justicia petiolaris subsp. bowiei is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia petiolaris subsp. bowiei
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and purple blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia petiolaris subsp. bowiei
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Justicia petiolaris subsp. bowiei plant
How to Grow Justicia petiolaris subsp. bowiei
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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