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Rizzini's Justicia

Justicia Rizzinii

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Overview

The Firecracker Flower, or Justicia rizzinii, is a vibrant, tropical perennial known for its fiery red to orange tubular flowers which resemble lit firecrackers, providing a bright pop of color. Ideal for zones 9-11, it thrives in partial shade and reaches a compact size of 18-24 inches in both height and spread. Regular watering and well-draining soil encourage lush growth, making it a standout in borders or as an accent plant.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 8–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Subtropical
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — Justicia rizzinii is sure to be a dazzling highlight in your client's garden

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Acanthaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — Justicia rizzinii is sure to be a dazzling highlight in your client's garden; regular watering and, image 81
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — Soil should be well-draining; justicia rizzinii is sure to be a dazzling highlight in your client's garden, image 72
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — are about 1 to 1.5 inches long and attract a variety of pollinators; justicia rizzinii is sure to be a dazzling
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — scientifically known as Justicia rizzinii; resembling small firecrackers, image 90
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — multi-colored and orange and red flowers in the garden; resembling small firecrackers, image 82
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — It's also free of serious pests and diseases
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — providing a bright pop of color
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — Regular watering and well-draining soil encourage lush growth; justicia rizzinii is sure to be a dazzling highlight in
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — resembling small firecrackers
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — Reaching an average height of around 18 inches and spreading approximately 24 inches wide
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — Regular watering and well-draining soil encourage lush growth; justicia rizzinii is sure to be a dazzling, image 88
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — preferring partial to full sun exposure; resembling small firecrackers
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — preferring partial to full sun exposure
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — shrub with multi-colored and orange and red blooms; regular watering promotes optimal, image 83
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — resembling small firecrackers; regular watering promotes optimal flowering.<br><br>Maintenance for Justicia rizzinii
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — making it a standout in borders or as an accent plant
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — providing a bright pop of color; resembling small firecrackers, image 86
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — Reaching an average height of around 18 inches and spreading approximately 24 inches wide; justicia, image 92
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — With its resplendent color and ease of care; justicia rizzinii is sure to be a dazzling highlight in your client's
Rizzini's Justicia (Justicia Rizzinii) — preferring partial to full sun exposure; resembling small firecrackers, image 70
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