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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

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) — commonly known as Shrimp Plant; with a mature height of 3-4 feet and a spread of 2-3 feet, image 67
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — It prefers a warm climate and is best situated in partial shade; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, image 80
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Regular pruning will maintain its bushy appearance and promote continuous flowering; multi-colored and pink, image 85
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — This ornamental offers year-round appeal in zones 9-11; making it an excellent choice for a garden that, image 113
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 131
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — This ornamental offers year-round appeal in zones 9-11; making it an excellent choice for a garden that, image 179
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 150
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — is a captivating perennial that adds a touch of the tropics to any garden design; delivering moderate water, image 97
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — is a captivating perennial that adds a touch of the tropics to any garden design; delivering moderate water, image 163
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrub for half; regular pruning will maintain its bushy appearance and promote continuous flowering, image 110
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — This ornamental offers year-round appeal in zones 9-11; making it an excellent choice for a garden that, image 201
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — though it's advisable to allow the soil to dry slightly between watering sessions; it prefers a warm climate, image 213
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Pruning promotes bushiness; it's ideal for mixed borders and container displays; slow-release fertilizer to, image 138
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Pruning promotes bushiness; it's ideal for mixed borders and container displays; slow-release fertilizer to, image 94
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — sunset orange.<br><br>Reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a spread equally as wide; though it's advisable, image 188
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — this plant is noted for its unique
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrub for half; regular pruning will maintain its bushy appearance and promote continuous flowering, image 176
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — shrub for half
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — slow-release fertilizer to encourage robust growth and a prolific display of its distinctive; pruning, image 171
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — commonly known as Shrimp Plant
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — slow-release fertilizer to encourage robust growth and a prolific display of its distinctive; pruning, image 127
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — multi-colored and pink flowers in the garden; preferring partial shade, it thrives in well-draining soil and, image 108
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — sunset orange.<br><br>Reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a spread equally as wide; though it's advisable, image 100
Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeeana) — Pruning promotes bushiness; it's ideal for mixed borders and container displays; slow-release fertilizer to, image 116
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