Shrimp Plant (Justicia brandegeana) | Tropical Flowering Shrub

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Shrimp Plant

Justicia brandegeana、Beloperone guttata

A charming tropical shrub with unique, shrimp-like, coppery-pink bracts and small white flowers, blooming from spring through fall.

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Description

Justicia brandegeana is a charming, tropical evergreen shrub prized for its unique, drooping flower spikes of overlapping, coppery-pink to reddish-brown bracts that resemble the shape of a shrimp. Native to Mexico, this fast-growing, sprawling shrub forms a rounded, bushy mound of oval, light to medium green, glossy leaves. From spring through fall, and nearly year-round in frost-free climates, it produces arching, terminal spikes of small, two-lipped, white flowers that emerge from the colorful, overlapping, shrimp-like bracts, creating a long-lasting, whimsical display that attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. Exceptionally easy to grow, adaptable, and tolerant of a range of conditions, it is an outstanding choice for tropical borders, containers, hanging baskets, and as a colorful accent in sunny to partially shaded gardens.

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Light: Full sun to partial shade (best bract color in sun)

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Foliage & Flowers: Oval, light to medium green, glossy leaves; arching terminal spikes of small, white, two-lipped flowers emerging from overlapping, coppery-pink to reddish-brown, shrimp-like bracts, blooming from spring through fall .
Mature Height: 36-48 inches (3-4 ft)
Mature Spread: 36-48 inches (3-4 ft)
Growth Rate: Fast
Hardiness Zones: USDA 9-11 ; Sunset 12-13, 15-17, 21-24, H1, H2
Core Benefits: Unique, long-lasting shrimp-like bracts, attracts hummingbirds, fast-growing, adaptable, excellent for containers.
Best Uses: Tropical borders, containers, hanging baskets, foundation plantings, mass plantings, pollinator gardens.

Faqs

Q: How long does the Shrimp Plant bloom?
A: It has a very long bloom season, from spring through fall, and can bloom nearly year-round in frost-free climates. The colorful bracts are long-lasting.

Q: How large does it get?
A: It forms a rounded, bushy shrub, typically reaching 3-4 feet in both height and spread, but can be pruned to maintain a smaller size.

Q: Does it attract hummingbirds?
A: Yes, the small, white, nectar-rich flowers (peeking from the bracts) are highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.

Q: How much sun does it need?
A: For the most abundant flowering and best bract color, plant in full sun (at least 6 hours). It will tolerate partial shade but may bloom less.

Q: Is it frost tolerant?
A: It is a tropical plant, reliably hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It is damaged by frost. In colder zones, it can be grown in a container and overwintered indoors.

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