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    Justicia californica

    Also Known As

    • Chiparosa
    • Chuparosa
    • Hummingbird Bush

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'
    • W: 12'

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Justicia californica plant details

    Justicia californica is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia californica

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: acanthaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 0 - 12 FT - wide, 0 - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia californica

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Justicia californica plant

    How to Grow Justicia californica

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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