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Shrimp Plant

Justicia Brandegeeana

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Overview

Justicia brandegeeana, commonly known as Shrimp Plant, is an evergreen perennial that enlivens gardens with its unique, shrimp-like bracts. This ornamental offers year-round appeal in zones 9-11, with a mature height of 3-4 feet and a spread of 2-3 feet. Preferring partial shade, it thrives in well-draining soil and requires moderate watering. Pruning promotes bushiness; it's ideal for mixed borders and container displays. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Type ShrubClimate Subtropical
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — is an evergreen perennial that enlivens gardens with its unique; shrimp-like bracts that showcase an, image 134
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Regular pruning will maintain its bushy appearance and promote continuous floweringShrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrimp-like bracts that showcase an intriguing blend of colors; scientifically known as Justicia brandegeeana, image 165Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — slow-release fertilizer to encourage robust growth and a prolific display of its distinctive; pruning, image 105Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrub with multi-colored and pink blooms; sunset orange.<br><br>Reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a, image 65Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Delivering moderate water needs; shrub with multi-colored and pink blooms, image 60Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — the Shrimp Plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; shrub for half, image 79+231

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Mature height
1–3 Ft.
Mature width
1–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Acanthaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — is an evergreen perennial that enlivens gardens with its unique; shrimp-like bracts that showcase an, image 134
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Regular pruning will maintain its bushy appearance and promote continuous flowering
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrimp-like bracts that showcase an intriguing blend of colors; scientifically known as Justicia brandegeeana, image 165
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — slow-release fertilizer to encourage robust growth and a prolific display of its distinctive; pruning, image 105
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrub with multi-colored and pink blooms; sunset orange.<br><br>Reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a, image 65
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Delivering moderate water needs; shrub with multi-colored and pink blooms, image 60
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — the Shrimp Plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; shrub for half, image 79
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — This ornamental offers year-round appeal in zones 9-11
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrub with multi-colored and pink blooms; sunset orange.<br><br>Reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a, image 87
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — commonly known as Shrimp Plant; with a mature height of 3-4 feet and a spread of 2-3 feet, image 45
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies; is an evergreen perennial that enlivens gardens with its unique, image 139
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — this plant is noted for its unique; commonly known as Shrimp Plant, image 208
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — scientifically known as Justicia brandegeeana; is a captivating perennial that adds a touch of the tropics to any garden
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — It prefers a warm climate and is best situated in partial shade; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, image 168
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — is an evergreen perennial that enlivens gardens with its unique
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — multi-colored and pink flowers in the garden; preferring partial shade, it thrives in well-draining soil and, image 152
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — this plant is noted for its unique; commonly known as Shrimp Plant, image 98
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Delivering moderate water needs; shrub with multi-colored and pink blooms, image 148
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — multi-colored and pink flowers in the garden; preferring partial shade, it thrives in well-draining soil and, image 64
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — sunset orange.<br><br>Reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a spread equally as wide
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — is an evergreen perennial that enlivens gardens with its unique; shrimp-like bracts that showcase an, image 178
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — is a captivating perennial that adds a touch of the tropics to any garden design; delivering moderate water, image 53
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Preferring partial shade, it thrives in well-draining soil and requires moderate watering; this plant is, image 93
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — making it an excellent choice for a garden that doubles as a haven for wildlife; the Shrimp Plant thrives in, image 172
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