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Justicia brandegeeana 'Rainbow'
Also Known As
- Justicia brandegeana 'Rainbow'
- Rainbow Shrimp Plant
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Justicia brandegeeana 'Rainbow' plant details
Justicia brandegeeana 'Rainbow' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia brandegeeana 'Rainbow'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia brandegeeana 'Rainbow'
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Justicia brandegeeana 'Rainbow' plant
How to Grow Justicia brandegeeana 'Rainbow'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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